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Serenity
2023·Movie
·3min·PG·
Serenity fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Pathos5
- Hopefulness5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, fantasy, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
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.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowWondrous
Emotionally, it's wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, fantasy, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, fantasy, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
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.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Everyone has a light
A young man wrapped up in the struggles of day to day life finds a seemingly paranormal escape from it all and sees a different side of life
Paranormal EscapePsychologicalMysteryDreamlikeContemplativeFantasyIntrigueSpiritual Elements
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Sequels and Prequels
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Questions about Serenity
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Serenity worth watching?
93
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 93/100 (Rotten Tomatoes 82% and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Serenity rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Serenity?
0 h 3 min
Serenity runs 0 h 3 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Serenity?
Critics91
Audiences82
Not quite. Critics rate Serenity higher (91) than audiences (82). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Serenity in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Serenity use?
I Just Want to Be NormalHe Is Not My BoyfriendMercy KillRemember the New Guy?Rich in Dollars, Poor in SenseToo Much InformationNever My FaultNecessarily EvilMy Fist Forgives YouIn the BackCurb-Stomp BattlePsycho Serumand 372 more
TV Tropes lists 384 storytelling tropes for Serenity, including I Just Want to Be Normal, He Is Not My Boyfriend, Mercy Kill.