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My Favorite Year fingerprint
Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Situational Comedy7
- Satire & Parody6
World
Show business
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and dialogue
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
My Favorite Year is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wholesome, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and situational comedy
Expect plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
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- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and dialogue
The performances and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
The year the dreams came true.
Fledgling comic Benjy Stone can't believe his luck when his childhood hero, the swashbuckling matinee idol Alan Swann, gets booked to appear on the variety show he writes for. But when Swann arrives, he fails to live up to his silver screen image. Instead, he's a drunken womanizer who suffers from stage fright. Benjy is assigned to look after him before the show, and it's all he can do to keep his former idol from going completely off the rails.
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Is My Favorite Year worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is My Favorite Year rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is My Favorite Year?
1 h 32 min
My Favorite Year runs 1 h 32 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on My Favorite Year?
Critics80
Audiences76
Yes. Critics average 80 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see My Favorite Year much the same way.
Was My Favorite Year a box office hit?
Budget$8 million
Box office$20 million
Yes. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $20 million worldwide, 2.5 times its budget.
What language is My Favorite Year in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch My Favorite Year?
30
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What tropes does My Favorite Year use?
I Ate WHAT?!Stage FrightExpyInsistent TerminologyAbsurdly Sharp BladeLiteral MetaphorSexy StewardessReality SubtextDefeat by ModestyReaction ShotBig Damn Heroes"Which Restroom?" Dilemmaand 87 more
TV Tropes lists 99 storytelling tropes for My Favorite Year, including I Ate WHAT?!, Stage Fright, Expy.