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Planes
2012·Movie
·15min·
Planes fingerprint
Big heart, immersive world, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Scare3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Profoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
- Melancholy9
- Pathos8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Absurdist Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
World
The mind, faith and meaning, and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty8
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Planes is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
HighProfoundly sad and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's profoundly sad, moving, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighThe mind, faith and meaning, and fantasy
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, faith and meaning, and fantasy. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical8Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Planes explores the eerie tale of a young man, Samuel, who finds himself half-way through a conversation in purgatory with no recollection of either himself or his life.
Spiritual Purgatory DramaExistential MysteryMelancholic SurrealismPsychological JourneyEthereal AtmosphereQuiet Philosophical InquiryUncanny Valley ExperienceEmotional CatharsisSlow-Burn Narrative
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Questions about Planes
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Planes worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 8.9, Rotten Tomatoes 26%, and Metacritic 39). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Planes?
0 h 15 min
Planes runs 0 h 15 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Planes?
Critics33
Audiences59
Not quite. Audiences rate Planes higher (59) than critics (33). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Planes in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Australia.
What tropes does Planes use?
Recycled with a GimmickRequest for PrivacyComing in HotLittle "No"Fighter-Launching SequenceThe Big RaceShell-Shocked VeteranTouchéDrowning My SorrowsTake Our Word for ItSpecies TitleNever Trust a Trailerand 100 more
TV Tropes lists 112 storytelling tropes for Planes, including Recycled with a Gimmick, Request for Privacy, Coming in Hot.