The Prom

1982·Movie
50min
61
DecentGoodWatch score

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The Prom fingerprint

Calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension2
  • Fast Pace2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Wholesome6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some cringe comedy and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy4

World

Everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure6
  • Character Depth6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

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About

Ulrich Seidl applies his characteristically gentle eye to the wonderful people of his hometown of Horn, documented making fools of themselves during an annual student ball.
Observational DocumentaryAustrian CinemaNostalgic CharmSocial RitualsGentle HumorHuman FollyCommunity Portrait1980s AestheticQuaint

Crew

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Prom worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Prom?

0 h 50 min

The Prom runs 0 h 50 min.

What language is The Prom in?

German

It was made in German. Produced in Austria.

What tropes does The Prom use?

Abled in the AdaptationAdaptational Context ChangeAbusive ParentsAge-Gap RomanceSpotting the ThreadVomit Discretion ShotActor AllusionCool Old LadyCasting GagNo Song for the WickedRace LiftRule of Symbolismand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for The Prom, including Abled in the Adaptation, Adaptational Context Change, Abusive Parents.

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