6.8
Ballerina fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy2
- Wit & Wordplay1
World
Growing up, history, and show business
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
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
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, history, and show business
Its world is built around growing up, history, and show business.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Is Ballerina worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 53%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Ballerina rated?
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Ballerina?
1 h 29 min
Ballerina runs 1 h 29 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Ballerina?
Not quite. Audiences rate Ballerina higher (66) than critics (53). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Ballerina a box office hit?
Yes. It cost about $30 million to make and earned $110 million worldwide, 3.7 times its budget.
What language is Ballerina in?
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, France.
In how many countries can I watch Ballerina?
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What tropes does Ballerina use?
TV Tropes lists 89 storytelling tropes for Ballerina, including Irony, Shown Their Work, Colour-Coded for Your Convenience.