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Big heart.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Hopeful and romantic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
- Romance7
Humor
Some situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy7
- Physical Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
History, growing up, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Heaven Help Us is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
HighHopeful and romantic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, romantic, and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and family
Its world is built around history, growing up, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
If God had wanted them to be angels, He would have given them wings!
Sixteen-year-old Michael Dunn arrives at St. Basil's Catholic Boys School in Brooklyn circa 1965. There, he befriends all of the misfits in his class as they collide with the repressive faculty and discover the opposite sex as they come of age.
1960s NostalgiaCatholic SchoolComing-of-Age ComedyTeenage MisfitsFirst LoveEpisodic SituationsHeartwarmingBrooklyn Setting
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Questions about Heaven Help Us
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Is Heaven Help Us worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 33%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Heaven Help Us rated?
R
It's rated R in the United States.
How long is Heaven Help Us?
1 h 44 min
Heaven Help Us runs 1 h 44 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Heaven Help Us?
Critics49
Audiences76
Not quite. Audiences rate Heaven Help Us higher (76) than critics (49). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Heaven Help Us in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Heaven Help Us?
2
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What tropes does Heaven Help Us use?
Corporal PunishmentCaught in the RainComing of AgeStanding in the HallConfessionalReasonable Authority FigureEverybody SmokesTeachers Out of SchoolUnishmentWham LineSkipping SchoolSelf-Abuseand 14 more
TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for Heaven Help Us, including Corporal Punishment, Caught in the Rain, Coming of Age.