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Good Advice
2008·Movie
·15min·
Good Advice fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Nostalgic and wholesome
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics10
- Nostalgia9
- Coming of Age9
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Dark Humor3
World
Family, everyday modern life, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Good Advice is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighNostalgic and wholesome
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, wholesome, and moving. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily, everyday modern life, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, everyday modern life, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Some times it's good to listen
It is the early 1980's. Ten-year-old Rasmus is tired of his parents never listening to him and decides to run away from home. But before leaving he records a cassette tape with different advice on how to handle life. His mother is pregnant and he plans to leave the tape for his unborn brother.
Nostalgic Swedish DramaChildhood Innocence vs. Adult NeglectEpistolary Narrative DeviceFamily Dysfunction & HealingQuietly PoignantEarly 80s Period PieceComing-of-Age ResilienceIntimate Character StudyGentle Humor amidst Sadness
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Is Good Advice worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 33%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Good Advice?
0 h 15 min
Good Advice runs 0 h 15 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Good Advice?
Critics33
Audiences59
Not quite. Audiences rate Good Advice higher (59) than critics (33). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Good Advice in?
Swedish
It was made in Swedish. Produced in Sweden.