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Sputnik
2013·Movie
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High energy, big heart.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Uplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Hopefulness9
- Wholesome8
- Wonder8
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Absurdist Humor7
World
History, the future, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Sputnik is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
HighUplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's uplifting, wholesome, and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
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.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, the future, and growing up
Its world is built around history, the future, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing 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
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
November 9, 1989, the day the Berlin Wall came down. A 10-year-old girl and her friends attempt to use their teleportation device to beam her uncle back to East Germany but instead, as they witness on TV, end up beaming everyone in their town into West Germany! They have to race against time to undo the experiment before the nasty border guards open fire...
Family Sci-Fi ComedyCold War EraTeleportation AdventureChildren's IngenuityHistorical SettingWholesome FunOptimistic & QuirkyFast-Paced AdventureEast German NarrativeCommunity Chaos
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Is Sputnik worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Sputnik?
1 h 33 min
Sputnik runs 1 h 33 min.
What language is Sputnik in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in Belgium, Czechia, Germany.
In how many countries can I watch Sputnik?
7
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sputnik in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Sputnik use?
Cowardice CalloutTrauma-Induced AmnesiaNothing Is ScarierFor Science!FanserviceOminous CrawlBody and HostHeroic SacrificeVomit Indiscretion ShotImmune to Mind ControlFaux Affably EvilSlipping a Mickeyand 34 more
TV Tropes lists 46 storytelling tropes for Sputnik, including Cowardice Callout, Trauma-Induced Amnesia, Nothing Is Scarier.