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The Tune

1992·Movie
1h 10min·NR
IMDb6.9Rotten Tomatoes100%73%

Where to watch

PhiloKanopyHooplaNight Flight+OVID

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The Tune fingerprint

Striking style, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Some absurdist humor and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Absurdist Humor7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Satire & Parody6

World

Fantasy and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Standout score and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition8
  • Visual Stylization8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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About

An Outrageous Animated Comedy Extravaganza

Del is a song writer for the obnoxious Mr. Mega, and in love with Didi, Mega's secretary. His quest to write a hit tune brings him to the wacky world of Flooby Nooby, where he just might learn to write songs from the heart.
Surreal Romantic FantasyEccentric Character StudyVisually DreamlikeAbsurdist HumorMusical NarrativePsychological MetaphorQuirky Indie FilmMelancholic Wonder

Crew

Directed by:
Bill Plympton
Written by:
Bill Plympton, Maureen McElheron, P.C. Vey
Composed by:
Maureen McElheron

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Tune

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Tune legally?

PhiloKanopyHooplaNight Flight+OVIDFandorPlexDarkroom

The Tune is included with a subscription to Philo, Night Flight+, OVID, and Eternal Family in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Tune worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Tune rated?

NRSexual content

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is The Tune?

1 h 10 min

The Tune runs 1 h 10 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Tune?

Critics100
Audiences71

Not quite. Critics rate The Tune higher (100) than audiences (71). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Tune in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Tune?

5CAFRMCMXUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Tune in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Tune use?

Art-Style DissonanceChekhov's SkillExtremely Short Time SpanEverybody Calls Him "Barkeep"Deus ex MachinaSliding Scale of Idealism vs. CynicismCool CarFake-Out OpeningOh, Crap!Word Salad LyricsArson, Murder, and JaywalkingRotoscopingand 39 more

TV Tropes lists 51 storytelling tropes for The Tune, including Art-Style Dissonance, Chekhov's Skill, Extremely Short Time Span.