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Young Einstein
1988·Movie
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High energy, funny.
Energy
Fast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Romance6
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and sharp wit
- Physical Comedy9
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Situational Comedy7
World
Pop culture
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighFast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Young Einstein is fast-paced and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and sharp wit
Expect plenty of slapstick and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy9Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
The Incredible Untold Story of the Greatest Mind of All Time.
Albert Einstein is the son of a Tasmanian apple farmer, who discovers the secret of splitting the beer atom to put the bubbles back into beer. When Albert travels to Sydney to patent his invention he meets beatuiful French scientist Marie Curie, as well as several unscrupulous types who try to take advantage of the naive genius and his invention.
Australian ComedySlapstickFamily-FriendlyInventionNaive Genius80s Pop CultureLightheartedFeel-Good
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Questions about Young Einstein
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Is Young Einstein worth watching?
44
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 5.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 38%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Young Einstein rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Young Einstein?
1 h 31 min
Young Einstein runs 1 h 31 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Young Einstein?
Critics38
Audiences52
Not quite. Audiences rate Young Einstein higher (52) than critics (38). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Young Einstein a box office hit?
Budget$25 million
Box office$5 million
No. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 20% of its budget.
What language is Young Einstein in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Australia.
In how many countries can I watch Young Einstein?
32
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What tropes does Young Einstein use?
Guards Must Be CrazyAffectionate ParodyDeterminatorKnow-Nothing Know-It-AllDisastrous DemonstrationThe Power of RockIron Butt-MonkeyIt's All About MeNice GuyDirty CowardBig Damn HeroesBeethoven Was an Alien Spyand 43 more
TV Tropes lists 55 storytelling tropes for Young Einstein, including Guards Must Be Crazy, Affectionate Parody, Determinator.