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Tistou the Green Thumb
1990·Movie
Tistou the Green Thumb fingerprint
Big heart, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
Heart
Heartwarming and awe-inspiring
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Wholesome9
- Wonder9
- Hopefulness8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Fantasy, growing up, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Tistou the Green Thumb is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
HighHeartwarming and awe-inspiring
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's heartwarming, awe-inspiring, and hopeful. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy, growing up, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, growing up, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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When eight-year-old Tistou is sent home from school after being unable to stop falling asleep at lessons, his father decides that he will continue his education by learning from observation of real life, and where better to start than in the garden! With the gardener Mr. Moustache, Tistou discovers he has a remarkable gift—the green thumbs: everything he touches grows into beautiful plants. His next lesson is with the stern Mr. Turnbull, manager of his father's armament factory who takes Tistou to visit the town to learn about "order." Over the course of the next few days Tistou learns many new things as he visits the town prison, the slums, and the hospital, and everywhere he tries to change the world into a better place with his new extraordinary power. Finally, he learns about war, and upon visiting his father's factory, he finds out that they supply the two countries at war with their weapons...
Magical RealismWholesome FantasyChild's PerspectiveAnti-War MessageSocially ConsciousComing-of-Age StoryHopeful & UpliftingCharming AnimationMoral Allegory
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Is Tistou the Green Thumb worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Tistou the Green Thumb?
1 h 14 min
Tistou the Green Thumb runs 1 h 14 min.
Is Tistou the Green Thumb based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
What language is Tistou the Green Thumb in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in France, Japan.