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High School
1940·Movie
·1h 14min·NR·
High School fingerprint
Big heart, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
World
History, growing up, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighWholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's wholesome, hopeful, and nostalgic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and family
Its world is built around history, growing up, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
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.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
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.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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A teenager who's been raised and home-schooled at her father's Texas ranch must adjust to her new surroundings and being with other students when she's sent to a San Antonio high-school.
Classic Coming-of-Age1940s SettingTeenage AdjustmentWholesome School DramaFish-Out-of-Water StoryCharacter-DrivenNostalgic CharmRural to Urban TransitionFriendship & Romance
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Questions about High School
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is High School worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is High School rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is High School?
1 h 14 min
High School runs 1 h 14 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on High School?
Critics70
Audiences67
Yes. Critics average 70 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see High School much the same way.
What language is High School in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does High School use?
Day in the LifeMatch CutEpilogue LetterHigh SchoolInstructional FilmMen Act, Women AreCool TeacherRound Hippie ShadesDeliberately MonochromeDocumentaryConversation Cut
TV Tropes lists 11 storytelling tropes for High School, including Day in the Life, Match Cut, Epilogue Letter.