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Kitchen Stories fingerprint
Strong craft, calm.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension3
- Fast Pace2
- Spectacle2
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness8
- Melancholy7
Humor
Some situational comedy and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy6
- Satire & Parody5
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
Energy
NoneCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Kitchen Stories is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumWholesome and hopeful
Emotionally, it's wholesome, hopeful, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and satire.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Swedish efficiency researchers come to Norway for a study of Norwegian men, to optimize their use of their kitchen. Folke Nilsson (Tomas Norström) is assigned to study the habits of Isak Bjørvik (Joachim Calmeyer). By the rules of the research institute, Folke has to sit on an umpire's chair in Isak's kitchen and observe him from there, but never talk to him. Isak stops using his kitchen and observes Folke through a hole in the ceiling instead. However, the two lonely men slowly overcome the initial post-war Norwegian-Swede distrust and become friends.
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Questions about Kitchen Stories
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Kitchen Stories worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Kitchen Stories rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Kitchen Stories?
1 h 35 min
Kitchen Stories runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Kitchen Stories?
Critics83
Audiences77
Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see Kitchen Stories much the same way.
What language is Kitchen Stories in?
NorwegianSwedish
It was made in Norwegian, with some Swedish. Produced in Norway, Sweden.