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North
2025·Movie
·1h 25min·
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Stunning style, high energy, no humor.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle8
- Tension6
- Scare5
Heart
Awe-inspiring and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics9
- Wonder9
- Hopefulness8
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Fantasy, family, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion10
- Rewatchability8
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction and storytelling
- Direction8
- Narrative Structure8
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography, score, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography9
- Music Composition9
- Visual Stylization9
Energy
HighSpectacular
North is spectacular.
All energy traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
HighAwe-inspiring and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's awe-inspiring, hopeful, and nostalgic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy, family, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around fantasy, family, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion10Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy10Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
HighStandout direction and storytelling
The direction and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
Very highStandout cinematography, score, and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography, score, and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality9Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Young Gerda sets off into the great unknown in search of her friend Kai, who has mysteriously vanished.
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Questions about North
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is North worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 14%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is North rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is North?
1 h 25 min
North runs 1 h 25 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on North?
Critics14
Audiences44
Not quite. Audiences rate North higher (44) than critics (14). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is North in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Norway.
What tropes does North use?
Hope SpotLarge HamInnocent BigotFalse FriendGermans Love David HasselhoffInsistent TerminologyFan DisserviceActor AllusionHood HornamentAdults Are UselessKarma HoudiniThat Reminds Me of a Songand 38 more
TV Tropes lists 50 storytelling tropes for North, including Hope Spot, Large Ham, Innocent Bigot.