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The Perfect Game
1960·Movie
·1h 27min·
The Perfect Game fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
Heart
Hopeful and nostalgic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Hopefulness8
- Nostalgia8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Situational Comedy3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Sports, growing up, and history
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Perfect Game is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
HighHopeful and nostalgic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, nostalgic, and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumSports, growing up, and history
Its world is built around sports, growing up, and history.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Sports9Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Inspired by a real-life history comes the feat of a small group, led by their manager, Cesar Faz, that achieved what no other Mexican team in Little League World Series had achieved before. This film recreates the miracle of the small Monterrey sports baseball team, champions of 1957, which were no longer unknown, facing adversity, the climate, the socio-economic differnces and internationally renowned rivals to finish conquering the unimaginable: the White House. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2007.
Mexican Baseball TeamLittle League World SeriesInspirational Sports StoryBiographical DramaUnderdog StoryHistorical EventFamily and TeamworkComing-of-Age
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Questions about The Perfect Game
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Perfect Game worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Perfect Game?
1 h 27 min
The Perfect Game runs 1 h 27 min.
Is The Perfect Game based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is The Perfect Game in?
EnglishSpanish
It was made in English, with some Spanish.