5.8
Alaska fingerprint
High energy, a touch of humor.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics9
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Family and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Alaska is thrilling, fast-paced, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily and growing up
Its world is built around family and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
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.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Alaska worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 5.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 18%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Alaska rated?
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Alaska?
1 h 49 min
Alaska runs 1 h 49 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Alaska?
Not quite. Audiences rate Alaska higher (51) than critics (18). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Alaska a box office hit?
No. It cost about $23 million to make and earned $12 million worldwide, 51% of its budget.
What language is Alaska in?
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Alaska?
+25GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Alaska in 39 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Alaska use?
TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for Alaska, including Hate Sink, I Warned You, The Dragon.