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One Week
2008·Movie
One Week fingerprint
Big heart, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Moving and wholesome
- Pathos8
- Wholesome7
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life and faith and meaning
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
One Week is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighMoving and wholesome
Emotionally, it's moving, wholesome, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and faith and meaning
Its world is built around everyday modern life and faith and meaning.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
What Would You Do?
Ben Tyler has been diagnosed with cancer. With a grim chance of survival in the best case scenario even if he immediately begins treatment, he instead decides to take a motorcycle trip from Toronto through the Canadian prairies to British Columbia.
Motorcycle Road TripContemplative DramaCanadian LandscapesExistential JourneyEmotional ExplorationRedemptive ArcLife-AffirmingCharacter-DrivenIndependent Film
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Questions about One Week
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is One Week worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is One Week?
1 h 34 min
One Week runs 1 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on One Week?
Critics50
Audiences72
Not quite. Audiences rate One Week higher (72) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is One Week in?
EnglishFrench
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in Canada.
In how many countries can I watch One Week?
4
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for One Week in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does One Week use?
6 Is 913 Is UnluckyAgony of the FeetThe Alleged HouseAngry Fist-ShakeTrash the SetExploding CalendarBy Wall That Is HoleyIris OutMoment KillerBreaking the Fourth WallRailroad Tracks of Doomand 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for One Week, including 6 Is 9, 13 Is Unlucky, Agony of the Feet.