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True Stories fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
- Absurdist Humor8
- Situational Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Everyday modern life, pop culture, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty8
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Standout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Music Composition9
- Music Centrality9
- Visual Stylization8
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
True Stories is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighEveryday modern life, pop culture, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, pop culture, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout score and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the score and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
Who it's for
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A Completely Cool, Multi-Purpose Movie.
A small but growing Texas town, filled with strange and musical characters, celebrates its sesquicentennial and converge on a local parade and talent show.
Quirky & OffbeatSmall-Town AmericanaMusicalPop Art AestheticDeadpan HumorUnique Visual StyleNostalgicCelebrating the MundaneDavid Byrne
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Questions about True Stories
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is True Stories worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is True Stories rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is True Stories?
1 h 29 min
True Stories runs 1 h 29 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on True Stories?
Critics73
Audiences76
Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see True Stories much the same way.
What language is True Stories in?
EnglishPortugueseSpanish
It was made in English, with some Portuguese, Spanish. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch True Stories?
32
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+18GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for True Stories in 32 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does True Stories use?
Moment KillerUnreliable NarratorTalking HeadsAnd Then What?Dogged Nice GuyLeft the Background Music OnMagic RealismMagical NegroQuirky TownAcCENT upon the Wrong SylLABleLeaning on the Fourth WallNo Name Givenand 44 more
TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for True Stories, including Moment Killer, Unreliable Narrator, Talking Heads.