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Donovan's Reef
1963·Movie
Donovan's Reef fingerprint
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Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Hopeful and nostalgic
- Hopefulness7
- Nostalgia7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Some slapstick and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Situational Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
History
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Donovan's Reef is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and nostalgic
Emotionally, it's hopeful and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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Gangway...For This Year's BIG Adventure!
After her great aunt's death, a high-society woman arrives on a Hawaiian island in search of the heir - the father she has never met.
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Questions about Donovan's Reef
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Is Donovan's Reef worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Donovan's Reef rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Donovan's Reef?
1 h 49 min
Donovan's Reef runs 1 h 49 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Donovan's Reef?
Critics66
Audiences71
Yes. Critics average 66 and audiences 71 out of 100, so both groups see Donovan's Reef much the same way.
Was Donovan's Reef a box office hit?
Budget$3 million
Box office$7 million
Yes. It cost about $3 million to make and earned $7 million worldwide, 2.5 times its budget.
What language is Donovan's Reef in?
EnglishFrenchItalian
It was made in English, with some French, Italian. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Donovan's Reef?
34
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What tropes does Donovan's Reef use?
Freudian SlipGood ShepherdThe JeevesBlack ComedyPass the PopcornTitle DropRip TailoringDefrosting Ice QueenMy Fist Forgives YouGone Horribly RightSlap-Slap-KissYou Have GOT to Be Kidding Me!and 30 more
TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for Donovan's Reef, including Freudian Slip, Good Shepherd, The Jeeves.