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Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs fingerprint
Relentless energy, very funny.
Energy
Breakneck and epic
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace9
- Spectacle9
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Uplifting and awe-inspiring
Much of it is about family.
- Hopefulness9
- Wonder9
- Wholesome8
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
- Physical Comedy9
- Absurdist Humor9
- Situational Comedy7
World
Family and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability8
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout editing and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Editing9
- Visual Stylization9
- Cinematography7
Energy
Very highBreakneck and epic
Fast from start to finish.
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs is breakneck and epic.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumUplifting and awe-inspiring
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's uplifting, awe-inspiring, and wholesome. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy9Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumFamily and technology
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around family and technology. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
Style
HighStandout editing and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the editing and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle9Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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Inventor Flint Lockwood creates a machine that makes clouds rain food, enabling the down-and-out citizens of Chewandswallow to feed themselves. But when the falling food reaches gargantuan proportions, Flint must scramble to avert disaster. Can he regain control of the machine and put an end to the wild weather before the town is destroyed?
Animated Food MayhemEccentric InventorWhimsical Disaster ComedyFast-Paced SlapstickVisual SpectacleHeartwarming Family FilmVibrant CGI AnimationImaginative World-BuildingPure Fun Escapism
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Is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 85%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs?
1 h 30 min
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs runs 1 h 30 min.
Is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs?
Critics76
Audiences72
Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs much the same way.
Was Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs a box office hit?
Budget$100 million
Box office$243 million
Yes. It cost about $100 million to make and earned $243 million worldwide, 2.4 times its budget.
What language is Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs?
132
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+118GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs in 132 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs use?
Exact Time to FailureMocking Sing-SongA Minor KidroductionMonumental DamageNaked People Are FunnyWorst News Judgment EverGingerbread HouseCloset GeekBy the Lights of Their EyesWeather-Control MachineBig EaterTrade Your Passion for Gloryand 262 more
TV Tropes lists 274 storytelling tropes for Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, including Exact Time to Failure, Mocking Sing-Song, A Minor Kidroduction.