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Buddy
2024·Movie
·2h 17min·
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Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy6
- Situational Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Everyday modern life
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
- Intrigue6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Buddy is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
A teddy bear named Buddy is in trouble and asks pilot Aditya Ram for help. Can the duo join forces and help each other out?
Feel-Good AdventureHeartwarmingFamily-FriendlyPilot and Teddy Bear DuoInspirationalUpliftingBuddy AdventureModernAction
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Questions about Buddy
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Buddy worth watching?
36
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 3.8 and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Buddy?
2 h 17 min
Buddy runs 2 h 17 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Buddy?
Critics76
Audiences59
Not quite. Critics rate Buddy higher (76) than audiences (59). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Buddy in?
Telugu
It was made in Telugu. Produced in India.
In how many countries can I watch Buddy?
130
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+116GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Buddy in 130 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Buddy use?
Character NarratorFriend to All Living ThingsThe Great DepressionVery Loosely Based on a True StoryGrowing Up SucksIt Seemed Like a Good Idea at the TimeNaïve Animal Lover
TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Buddy, including Character Narrator, Friend to All Living Things, The Great Depression.