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Strange Folk Tale
2022·Show
·12Episodes in1Season·
Strange Folk Tale fingerprint
High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Violence6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Pathos4
- Catharsis4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
World
History, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowWondrous
Emotionally, it's wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighHistory, mystery, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, mystery, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The direction, performances, and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Set in the Chinese Republican era, it revolves around a group of unorthodox people with special skills, who set out to investigate mysterious and supernatural incidents.
Chinese Republican EraSupernatural MysteryEnsemble InvestigatorsFolklore & LegendIntriguing AnomaliesCharacter-Driven MysteryHistorical Fantasy ElementsTense & UnsettlingDark Academia Aesthetic
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What is Strange Folk Tale rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Strange Folk Tale have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 12 episodes.
When did Strange Folk Tale air?
S1
It ran from 2022 to 2022 and has ended.
What language is Strange Folk Tale in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese.