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Being Dorothy
2004·Movie
·1h 4min·
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Calm.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace2
- Spectacle2
- Tension1
Heart
Nostalgic and wholesome
- Nostalgia9
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Satire & Parody2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Fantasy, everyday modern life, and pop culture
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction5
- Character Depth5
- Acting4
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
- Editing4
All energy traits
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension1Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline0High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumNostalgic and wholesome
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, wholesome, and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
LowFantasy, everyday modern life, and pop culture
Its world is built around fantasy, everyday modern life, and pop culture.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting4Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Editing4Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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If you're a teenager living in Liberal, Kansas, you can have a job "being Dorothy" at Liberal's own Land of Oz Museum. Being Dorothy weaves the lyrical mysticism of the wizard of Oz into the conservative landscape of middle America. Is there no place like home for Dorothy today?
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How long is Being Dorothy?
1 h 4 min
Being Dorothy runs 1 h 4 min.
What language is Being Dorothy in?
English
It was made in English.