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Wake Up Sid
2009·Movie
·2h 18min·
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Big heart, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle4
- Tension3
Heart
Uplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age10
- Hopefulness9
- Wholesome8
Humor
Some situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy3
World
Growing up, everyday modern life, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighUplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's uplifting, wholesome, and romantic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age10Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, everyday modern life, and family
Its world is built around growing up, everyday modern life, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
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.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Wake Up Sid! is the story of a lazy Mumbai college student who does absolutely nothing, with a turn of events will Sid realize his potential in this world and become a success in the fast-paced life of Mumbai.
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Questions about Wake Up Sid
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Wake Up Sid worth watching?
78
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Wake Up Sid?
2 h 18 min
Wake Up Sid runs 2 h 18 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Wake Up Sid?
Critics83
Audiences76
Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see Wake Up Sid much the same way.
Was Wake Up Sid a box office hit?
Budget$3 million
Box office$11 million
Yes. It cost about $3 million to make and earned $11 million worldwide, 3.7 times its budget.
What language is Wake Up Sid in?
Hindi
It was made in Hindi. Produced in India.
In how many countries can I watch Wake Up Sid?
26
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+12GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wake Up Sid in 26 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Wake Up Sid use?
Age-Appropriate AngstAll Take and No GiveBeing Unambitious Is BadBrilliant, but LazyCareer Versus ManCaught in the RainComing of Age Story"Friends" Rent ControlHe Is Not My Boyfriend"I Am" SongManchildPlucky Girland 9 more
TV Tropes lists 21 storytelling tropes for Wake Up Sid, including Age-Appropriate Angst, All Take and No Give, Being Unambitious Is Bad.