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Dot and the Whale
1986·Movie
·1h 13min·
Dot and the Whale fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
Heart
Heartwarming and uplifting
- Wholesome9
- Hopefulness9
- Wonder7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Situational Comedy3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Fantasy
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Dot and the Whale is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumHeartwarming and uplifting
Emotionally, it's heartwarming, uplifting, and wondrous.
All heart traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Dot and her dolphin friends come across a very sad whale named Tonga, who has washed up onto the beach. Tonga is in danger of being harmed by whale-hunters and a cruel fish shop owner! Seeing that her new friend is in trouble, Dot just might have a few clever ideas to go about helping.
Australian Animated AdventureEnvironmentalismFriendshipWholesome Family EntertainmentSaving WildlifeNautical AdventureTalking AnimalsEducational
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Is Dot and the Whale worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Dot and the Whale?
1 h 13 min
Dot and the Whale runs 1 h 13 min.
What language is Dot and the Whale in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Australia.