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Forever Young
1992·Movie
·1h 42min·PG·
Forever Young fingerprint
Big heart, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Romantic and hopeful
- Romance8
- Hopefulness8
- Pathos7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Forever Young is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighRomantic and hopeful
Emotionally, it's romantic, hopeful, and moving.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic5Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Time waits for no man, but true love waits forever.
A 1939 test pilot asks his best friend to use him as a guinea pig for a cryogenics experiment. Daniel McCormick wants to be frozen for a year so that he doesn't have to watch his love lying in a coma. The next thing Daniel knows is that he's been awoken in 1992.
Time Travel RomanceNostalgic SentimentCryogenic AwakeningHuman ConnectionTechnological DisplacementEmotional JourneyMelancholy & HopeGentle DramaCharacter-Driven
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Questions about Forever Young
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Forever Young worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 54%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Forever Young rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Forever Young?
1 h 42 min
Forever Young runs 1 h 42 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Forever Young?
Critics54
Audiences59
Yes. Critics average 54 and audiences 59 out of 100, so both groups see Forever Young much the same way.
Was Forever Young a box office hit?
Budget$20 million
Box office$128 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $20 million to make and earned $128 million worldwide, 6.4 times its budget.
What language is Forever Young in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Forever Young?
30
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+16GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Forever Young in 30 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Forever Young use?
Death of the HypotenuseTime SkipParental SubstituteFish out of Temporal WaterConvenient ComaConveniently an OrphanSecret HandshakeMundane Object AmazementIntimate HealingHuman PopsicleHeroic SacrificeBoyfriend-Blocking Dadand 22 more
TV Tropes lists 34 storytelling tropes for Forever Young, including Death of the Hypotenuse, Time Skip, Parental Substitute.