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Once Upon a Time
2008·Movie
·1h 50min·
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High energy, strong craft.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Romance6
- Hopefulness6
Humor
Some slapstick and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Satire & Parody5
World
History, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Once Upon a Time is thrilling and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, crime, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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The film is a heist comedy set in 1940s Korea, and stars Park Yong-woo and Lee Bo-young as a con artist and jazz singer who each plot to steal a valuable diamond from the Japanese authorities.
Heist Comedy1940s KoreaCon ArtistsJazz SingerDiamond HeistIntriguing PlotHistorical SettingAction and Humor
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Questions about Once Upon a Time
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Once Upon a Time worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.7 and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Once Upon a Time rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Once Upon a Time?
1 h 50 min
Once Upon a Time runs 1 h 50 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Once Upon a Time?
Critics70
Audiences57
Not quite. Critics rate Once Upon a Time higher (70) than audiences (57). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Once Upon a Time in?
Korean
It was made in Korean. Produced in South Korea.
In how many countries can I watch Once Upon a Time?
3
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Once Upon a Time in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Once Upon a Time use?
Bungling InventorWell-Intentioned ExtremistRegular CharacterDeflector ShieldsTerror-dactylBy the HairDated HistorySolid CloudsOnce Upon a TimeTurned Against Their MastersTotem Pole TrenchEt Tu, Brute?and 135 more
TV Tropes lists 147 storytelling tropes for Once Upon a Time, including Bungling Inventor, Well-Intentioned Extremist, Regular Character.