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Berkeley
2005·Movie
·1h 28min·
Berkeley fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Nostalgic and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
- Nostalgia8
- Coming of Age8
- Pathos7
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
World
History, growing up, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumNostalgic and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, moving, and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and society
Its world is built around history, growing up, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
It's a movement. It's a party. It's history.
Just as sex, drugs, rock & roll, hippies, and Vietnam enter our consciousness, so it does for Ben Sweet, the shy, 18-year-old son of conservative businessman, Sy. Ben enters UC Berkeley in 1966 to avoid the draft, but finds himself smack in the middle of a home-grown revolution.
Coming-of-Age Drama1960s CountercultureUC BerkeleyVietnam War EraSocial RevolutionPolitical AwakeningPersonal TransformationNostalgic Setting
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Questions about Berkeley
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Berkeley worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 5 and Metacritic 40). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Berkeley rated?
Strong languageDrug useSexual content
Content advisories: strong language, drug use, and sexual content.
How long is Berkeley?
1 h 28 min
Berkeley runs 1 h 28 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Berkeley?
Critics40
Audiences50
Not quite. Audiences rate Berkeley higher (50) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Berkeley in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Berkeley?
3
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