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Making Waves
1987·Movie
·12min·
Making Waves fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics9
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life and family
- Dialogue Centrality6
- World Immersion5
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowEveryday modern life and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty2Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
A group of elderly women go on vacation to the seaside. One of them takes her son along and constantly watches him saying he has a brain tumor. His problem is something else entirely.
Family DramaComing to TermsElderlySeaside VacationMedical ConcernsQuietly ObservationalMelancholic ToneCharacter-Driven
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Questions about Making Waves
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Is Making Waves worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Making Waves?
0 h 12 min
Making Waves runs 0 h 12 min.
What language is Making Waves in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Making Waves use?
Actually Pretty FunnyBeach EpisodeBeautiful Singing VoiceCrowd SongDirty Old ManOh, Crap!The RevealPun-Based TitleOff-into-the-Distance Ending
TV Tropes lists 9 storytelling tropes for Making Waves, including Actually Pretty Funny, Beach Episode, Beautiful Singing Voice.