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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos10
- Coming of Age10
- Melancholy9
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Growing up, everyday modern life, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters and performances
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Cool Kids Don't Cry is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, profoundly sad, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos10Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age10Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, everyday modern life, and family
Its world is built around growing up, everyday modern life, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports7Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters and performances
The characters and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Tough prime school girl Akkie loves soccer and can be a real bully. Love is the only thing she's scared of. When Akkie is diagnosed with leukemia, she has to fight for her life. On the verge of going to high school, Akkie has to allow love to enter her life, and thus gain courage to accept the inevitable.
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Is Cool Kids Don't Cry worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cool Kids Don't Cry rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Cool Kids Don't Cry?
1 h 45 min
Cool Kids Don't Cry runs 1 h 45 min.
What language is Cool Kids Don't Cry in?
DutchGerman
It was made in Dutch, with some German. Produced in Netherlands, Belgium.
In how many countries can I watch Cool Kids Don't Cry?
7
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