4.8
Gakuen Basara: Samurai High School fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle5
Heart
Hopeful and nostalgic
- Hopefulness7
- Nostalgia7
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of satire and situational comedy
- Satire & Parody9
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
World
Games
- Rewatchability7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Gakuen Basara: Samurai High School is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and situational comedy
Expect plenty of satire and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Gaming8Video games and game culture.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Is Gakuen Basara: Samurai High School worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 4.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Gakuen Basara: Samurai High School rated?
It's rated TV-14 in the United States.
How many seasons does Gakuen Basara: Samurai High School have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 23 minutes each.
When did Gakuen Basara: Samurai High School air?
It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.
What language is Gakuen Basara: Samurai High School in?
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Gakuen Basara: Samurai High School in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.