7.3
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Sunshine
2025·Movie
Sunshine fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
- Catharsis8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Sports, growing up, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, cathartic, and moving. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumSports, growing up, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around sports, growing up, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Sports9Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Drown out the noise.
Just days before her team's tryouts for the Olympics, dedicated young gymnast Sunshine discovers she is pregnant. Now she must embark on a desperate and risky journey to fight for her dream.
Sports DramaGymnasticsPregnancyOlympic DreamsComing-of-Age StoryEmotional JourneyDeterminationFemale EmpowermentAgainst All Odds
Actors
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Sunshine
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sunshine worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sunshine rated?
R
It's rated R in the United States.
How long is Sunshine?
1 h 32 min
Sunshine runs 1 h 32 min.
What language is Sunshine in?
FilipinoEnglish
It was made in Filipino, with some English. Produced in Philippines.
In how many countries can I watch Sunshine?
16
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+2GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sunshine in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Sunshine use?
Cue the SunHeroic SacrificeMultinational TeamNo OSHA ComplianceDeus ex NukinaGory Discretion ShotSci-Fi Writers Have No Sense of ScaleArtificial Outdoors DisplayThe End of the World as We Know ItDissonant SerenityArc WordsAnyone Can Dieand 117 more
TV Tropes lists 129 storytelling tropes for Sunshine, including Cue the Sun, Heroic Sacrifice, Multinational Team.