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Parents
2016·Movie
Parents fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Nostalgic and romantic
Much of it is about family.
- Nostalgia9
- Family Dynamics8
- Romance7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Family, fantasy, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighNostalgic and romantic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, romantic, and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily, fantasy, and the mind
Its world is built around family, fantasy, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh 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.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Parents tell the story of two parents who attempt to fill the void in their lives after their child moves out. Left with a feeling of needlessness, they try to rekindle the magic sparks from their younger days, returning to their old student apartment where they first fell in love. When one morning they wake up feeling thirty years younger, they are forced to come to terms with the fact that the past they once knew might no longer exist.
Danish CinemaMagical RealismMidlife CrisisNostalgic ReflectionSurreal TransformationFamily DramaExistential ThemesIntimate RelationshipsEuropean Film
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Is Parents worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 5.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Parents?
1 h 26 min
Parents runs 1 h 26 min.
What language is Parents in?
DanishSpanish
It was made in Danish, with some Spanish. Produced in Denmark.
In how many countries can I watch Parents?
49
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What tropes does Parents use?
Four Eyes, Zero SoulGood ParentsVillainous BreakdownAffably EvilPrimal SceneSkyward ScreamHigh-Class CannibalLoving Parent, Cruel ParentBlood-Splattered InnocentsAbusive ParentsHere We Go Again!Soundtrack Dissonanceand 17 more
TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for Parents, including Four Eyes, Zero Soul, Good Parents, Villainous Breakdown.