7.5
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James and the Giant Peach
1976·Movie
James and the Giant Peach fingerprint
Big heart, striking style.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
Heart
Wondrous and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
- Wonder8
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Some sharp wit and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Absurdist Humor5
- Physical Comedy4
World
Fantasy and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Intrigue7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
HighWondrous and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's wondrous, wholesome, and hopeful. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFantasy and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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A TV adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic book.
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Is James and the Giant Peach worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is James and the Giant Peach?
0 h 45 min
James and the Giant Peach runs 0 h 45 min.
What language is James and the Giant Peach in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does James and the Giant Peach use?
Police Are UselessPolice Are UselessBecause You Were Nice to MeOffscreen Moment of AwesomeStep ServantOde to FoodInsane Troll LogicHurricane of EuphemismsChildren Do the HouseworkA Truce While We GawkHook HumiliationSuddenly Shoutingand 203 more
TV Tropes lists 215 storytelling tropes for James and the Giant Peach, including Police Are Useless, Police Are Useless, Because You Were Nice to Me.