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Oddball
1969·Movie
·6min·
Oddball fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle4
- Tension3
- Scare2
Heart
Awe-inspiring and wholesome
- Wonder9
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness8
Humor
Some situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy6
- Physical Comedy5
- Absurdist Humor3
World
Fantasy
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumAwe-inspiring and wholesome
Emotionally, it's awe-inspiring, wholesome, and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality2Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality3Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
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A child founds a strange ball.
Classic Czech AnimationWhimsical FantasyChildlike WonderGentle AdventureVintage AestheticPlayful ImaginationFamily FriendlySurreal LightnessNostalgic Charm
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Questions about Oddball
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Oddball worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 87%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Oddball?
0 h 6 min
Oddball runs 0 h 6 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Oddball?
Critics87
Audiences62
Not quite. Critics rate Oddball higher (87) than audiences (62). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Oddball in?
Frenchxx
It was made in French, with some xx. Produced in Canada.
What tropes does Oddball use?
Bunny-Ears LawyerDiabolical Dog CatcherBased on a True StoryTraining MontageEvil All Along
TV Tropes lists 5 storytelling tropes for Oddball, including Bunny-Ears Lawyer, Diabolical Dog Catcher, Based on a True Story.