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U-Turn
1973·Movie
·1h 39min·
U-Turn fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Romantic
- Romance8
- Melancholy6
- Nostalgia5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition4
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Would he ever really find her? Had she ever really existed?
In this Canadian romance, Scott (David Selby) was so smitten by the looks of a pretty girl that he spends years looking for her. He keeps his searches a secret from his live-in lover, whom he stays with the entire while. When Scott actually meets the girl, he discovers that she has been similarly motivated, even though she is married and has had two children in the meantime. They share a romantic assignation and discover that the ideal figure they were each searching for is absent.
Canadian RomanceObsessive LovePast vs PresentPsychological DramaForbidden LoveMelancholic ToneCharacter-DrivenExistential
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Questions about U-Turn
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is U-Turn worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is U-Turn rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is U-Turn?
1 h 39 min
U-Turn runs 1 h 39 min.
What language is U-Turn in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
What tropes does U-Turn use?
CloudcuckoolandVillainous IncestCock FightMay–December RomanceSinister SouthwestForeshadowingCan't Live With Them, Can't Live Without ThemCrazy Jealous GuyThe TeaseOld Man Marrying a ChildParental IncestDisturbed Dovesand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for U-Turn, including Cloudcuckooland, Villainous Incest, Cock Fight.