A Bittersweet Life

Audience emotional responses are dominated by a profound sense of sadness and melancholy, reflecting the protagonist's tragic downfall and the film's 'bittersweet' narrative. High levels of anxiety, excitement, and fear are generated by the intense, brutal action and crime sequences. Anger is evoked by themes of betrayal and injustice, while empathy is felt for the protagonist's increasingly desperate plight. The graphic violence also elicits a strong disturbing reaction.