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Detouring America
1939·Movie
Detouring America fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Nostalgia6
- Wonder6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and slapstick
- Absurdist Humor8
- Physical Comedy7
- Satire & Parody6
World
History
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Detouring America is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and slapstick
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick 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.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
A humorous travelogue chronicling various oddities across the United States.
TravelogueSlapstick ComedyAbsurdist HumorVintageSight GagsAmerican WestHistoricalWholesome
Actors
Crew
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Questions about Detouring America
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Is Detouring America worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Detouring America?
0 h 7 min
Detouring America runs 0 h 7 min.
What language is Detouring America in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Detouring America use?
Born in the TheaterThis Is a Work of FictionPun-Based CreatureAdventurer OutfitBinocular ShotMockumentaryBowdlerizationEskimo LandVisual PunUncle Tomfoolery
TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Detouring America, including Born in the Theater, This Is a Work of Fiction, Pun-Based Creature.