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Clannad
2007·Movie
·8h 48min·
Clannad fingerprint
Big heart, immersive world, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Spectacle5
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Deeply moving and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos9
- Catharsis9
- Coming of Age9
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy4
- Physical Comedy3
World
Growing up, family, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability9
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
Craft
Standout characters, direction, and performances
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition9
- Music Centrality9
- Cinematography7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Clannad is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, cathartic, and romantic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis9Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighGrowing up, family, and everyday modern life
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around growing up, family, and everyday modern life. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Rewatchability9Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout characters, direction, and performances
The characters, direction, and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality9Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Meeting you was the best thing that ever happened to me
Tomoya Okazaki is a third year high school student resentful of his life. His mother passed away from a car accident when he was younger, causing his father to resort to alcohol and gambling. This results in fights between the two until Tomoya's shoulder is injured in a fight. Since then, Tomoya has had distant relationships with his father, causing him to become a delinquent over time. While on a walk to school, he meets a strange girl named Nagisa Furukawa who is a year older, but is repeating due to illness. Due to this, she is often alone as most of her friends have moved on. The two begin hanging out and slowly, as time goes by, Tomoya finds his life shifting in a new direction.
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Questions about Clannad
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Is Clannad worth watching?
80
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Clannad?
8 h 48 min
Clannad runs 8 h 48 min.
What language is Clannad in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese.
In how many countries can I watch Clannad?
2
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What tropes does Clannad use?
Playing CyranoClawing at Own ThroatChekhov's GunBig Damn HeroesSave Our ClubChick MagnetThe WonkaBaseball EpisodeIdentity AmnesiaJerk JockBack from the DeadFelony Misdemeanorand 300 more
TV Tropes lists 312 storytelling tropes for Clannad, including Playing Cyrano, Clawing at Own Throat, Chekhov's Gun.