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Room fingerprint
High energy, big heart, no humor.
Energy
Nerve-racking
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Deeply moving and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Pathos10
- Family Dynamics10
- Coming of Age9
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Family, everyday modern life, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
- Acting10
- Character Depth10
- Direction9
Style
Standout cinematography, editing, and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Sound Centrality8
Energy
HighNerve-racking
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Room is nerve-racking. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, hopeful, and cathartic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos10Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth10Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighFamily, everyday modern life, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, everyday modern life, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
The performances, characters, and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting10Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth10Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure9Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, editing, and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography, editing, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Room
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Room worth watching?
Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 8.1, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 86). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Room rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Room?
1 h 58 min
Room runs 1 h 58 min.
Is Room based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Room?
Yes. Critics average 90 and audiences 85 out of 100, so both groups see Room much the same way.
Was Room a box office hit?
Yes. It cost about $13 million to make and earned $35 million worldwide, 2.7 times its budget.
What language is Room in?
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, Ireland, United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Room?
+62GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Room in 76 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Room use?
TV Tropes lists 138 storytelling tropes for Room, including Companion Cube, Remember the New Guy?, First Time in the Sun.