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A Step Into the Past
2018·Show
·41Episodes in1Season·
A Step Into the Past fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Tension7
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Catharsis6
- Hopefulness5
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy2
World
History, the future, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
A Step Into the Past is thrilling, fast-paced, and tense.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
LowWondrous
Emotionally, it's wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumHistory, the future, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, the future, and politics. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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A legendary story about a man who inadvertently travels back 2000 years in time to the Warring States Era and gets caught in the center of a power struggle between nations.
Historical DramaTime TravelPolitical IntrigueMartial Arts ActionAncient ChinaPower StrugglesWarring States EraAdventureEpic Narrative
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Is A Step Into the Past worth watching?
10
UnwatchableGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 10/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is A Step Into the Past rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does A Step Into the Past have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 41 episodes.
When did A Step Into the Past air?
S1
It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.
What language is A Step Into the Past in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.