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Eight Clouds Rising
1997·Show
Eight Clouds Rising fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension8
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder8
- Coming of Age6
- Pathos5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Fantasy, mystery, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Composition8
- Visual Stylization8
- Music Centrality8
Energy
HighTense and violent
Eight Clouds Rising is tense and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy, mystery, and faith and meaning
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, mystery, and faith and meaning. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Two young men are bound by a sword that can cleave souls.
Fuzuchi Kuraki is a quiet young high school student blessed with immense psychic powers and an ancient sword. He is searching for other magical artifacts with the help of Nanachi Takeo, a college student with latent powers of his own. They delve deep into the dark magic of Izumo, only to discover the secrets buried within the birthplace of all Japanese mythology!
Supernatural MysteryJapanese MythologyDark Fantasy AnimePsychic PowersAncient ArtifactsOccultIntriguingAtmosphericAdventureMythological Lore
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Is Eight Clouds Rising worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Eight Clouds Rising rated?
TV-14ViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Eight Clouds Rising have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 2 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did Eight Clouds Rising air?
S1
It ran from 1997 to 1997 and has ended.
What language is Eight Clouds Rising in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.