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Sunshine
2025·Movie
·1h 32min·R·
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No humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Growing up, society, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Acting7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumGrowing up, society, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around growing up, society, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
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 Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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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.
Teen DramaMoral DilemmaComing-of-AgeSensitive TopicsPsychological StudyContemporary IssuesIntenseBleak OutlookCharacter-Driven
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Questions about Sunshine
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sunshine worth watching?
79
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sunshine rated?
RDrug useDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: drug use and disturbing imagery.
How long is Sunshine?
1 h 32 min
Sunshine runs 1 h 32 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Sunshine?
Critics71
Audiences74
Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Sunshine much the same way.
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?
14
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sunshine in 14 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.