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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Deeply moving and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age10
- Pathos9
- Family Dynamics9
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Everyday modern life, growing up, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout characters and performances
- Character Depth9
- Acting8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, wholesome, and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age10Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, growing up, and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life, growing up, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters and performances
The characters and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
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.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
When your Dad's an undertaker, your Mom's in heaven, and your Grandma's got a screw loose...it's good to have a friend who understands you. Even if he is a boy.
Vada Sultenfuss is obsessed with death. Her mother is dead, and her father runs a funeral parlor. She is also in love with her English teacher, and joins a poetry class over the summer just to impress him. Thomas J., her best friend, is "allergic to everything", and sticks with Vada despite her hangups. When Vada's father hires Shelly, and begins to fall for her, things take a turn to the worse...
Bittersweet Coming-of-Age StoryFriendship and LossSmall-Town AmericaFirst LoveFamily RelationshipsDealing with GriefNostalgic FeelGentle and Heartwarming
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Questions about My Girl
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is My Girl worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 57%, and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is My Girl rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is My Girl?
1 h 43 min
My Girl runs 1 h 43 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on My Girl?
Critics57
Audiences75
Not quite. Audiences rate My Girl higher (75) than critics (57). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was My Girl a box office hit?
Budget$17 million
Box office$59 million
Yes. It cost about $17 million to make and earned $59 million worldwide, 3.5 times its budget.
What language is My Girl in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch My Girl?
115
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+101GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for My Girl in 115 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does My Girl use?
Missing MomSomewhere, an Entomologist Is CryingFreudian ExcuseTeacher/Student RomanceDeath of a ChildStock BeehiveFirst Period PanicMysterious ParentAw, Look! They Really Do Love Each OtherCreepy BasementGood ParentsBittersweet Endingand 64 more
TV Tropes lists 76 storytelling tropes for My Girl, including Missing Mom, Somewhere, an Entomologist Is Crying, Freudian Excuse.