The Sand Castle
7.1
The Sand Castle fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Wondrous and wholesome
- Wonder8
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Satire & Parody2
World
Fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Intrigue6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Sand Castle is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
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
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Questions about The Sand Castle
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Is The Sand Castle worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Sand Castle?
0 h 13 min
The Sand Castle runs 0 h 13 min.
What language is The Sand Castle in?
It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in Canada.
In how many countries can I watch The Sand Castle?
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What tropes does The Sand Castle use?
TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for The Sand Castle, including Mime and Music-Only Cartoon, Stop Motion, Improvised Golems.