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Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness5
- Wholesome4
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Situational Comedy6
- Cringe Humor5
World
Mystery, everyday modern life, and crime
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
So Close! Detective Oshii is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumMystery, everyday modern life, and crime
Its world is built around mystery, everyday modern life, and crime.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- 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.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Takashi Oshii is a detective with excellent reasoning power. Unfortunately, he usually misses the criminal in front of him and other detectives get recognition for the capture. He is transferred to the Utobashi Police Station. Takashi Oshii goes to a record company CEO's house. The CEO's third son was burned to death. The police are set to conclude that his death was an accident, but Takashi Oshii thinks otherwise. Takashi Oshii begins to investigate.
Quirky Detective StoryEpisodic MysteryCharacter-Driven ComedyWhodunit StructureIntellectual HumorContemporary Japanese DramaEngaging PlotSlightly Unconventional Hero
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Is So Close! Detective Oshii worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does So Close! Detective Oshii have?
2 seasons
It has 2 seasons with 12 episodes of about 50 minutes each.
When did So Close! Detective Oshii air?
S1S2
It ran from 2019 to 2021 and has ended.
What language is So Close! Detective Oshii in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.