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Funny.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Nostalgic and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Nostalgia9
- Romance7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Satire & Parody7
World
History, growing up, and pop culture
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Totally Awesome is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumNostalgic and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic and romantic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and pop culture
Its world is built around history, growing up, and pop culture.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
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 Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Where the dancing is dirty, the pink is pretty, and the foot runs loose.
Do you prefer to wax on or wax off? Preacher won't let you dance? Well then, put Baby in the corner and come on down, 'cause VH1 is bringing back more of the '80s you love in this feature-length film, Totally Awesome. The Gundersons have just moved across the country and the kids - Charlie, Lori, and Max - are trying their best to acclimate themselves into a new school and all kinds of dilemmas therein: the need to dance, the pitfalls of young love, the quest for popularity, scientific genius and of course the quirky but loveable Japanese gardener. Totally Awesome takes all your favorite '80s-flick mainstays and weaves them into the biggest and baddest plotline ever conceived. Tot say it is radical would be an understatement.
1980sParodyComing-of-AgeTeen ComedyPop CultureSatireNostalgicAbsurdist HumorMeta-Narrative
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Is Totally Awesome worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Totally Awesome rated?
NRStrong language
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Totally Awesome?
1 h 34 min
Totally Awesome runs 1 h 34 min.
What language is Totally Awesome in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.