5.6
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Wavelength
1983·Movie
·1h 27min·PG·
Wavelength fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Hopeful and wondrous
- Hopefulness8
- Wonder8
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
- Situational Comedy1
World
The future and technology
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Wavelength is thrilling, fast-paced, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowHopeful and wondrous
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wondrous.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumThe future and technology
Its world is built around the future and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
A cry for help, light years beyond our imagination.
Two young lovers learn that a small group of child-like space aliens are marooned on Earth and are being held prisoner at a top secret military facility. The couple then decide to liberate the extraterrestrial castaways and help them make a rendezvous with a rescue ship sent from the alien home planet.
80s Sci-FiAlien RescueAdventure ThrillerGovernment ConspiracyRomantic LeadsFast-Paced ActionExtraterrestrial MysteryHopefulClassic Sci-Fi TropeEscape Mission
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Questions about Wavelength
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Wavelength worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Wavelength rated?
PGViolence
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Wavelength?
1 h 27 min
Wavelength runs 1 h 27 min.
What language is Wavelength in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Wavelength?
5
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wavelength in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Wavelength use?
Drone of DreadDull SurpriseThe Dying WalkFade to WhiteRe-CutStylistic SuckShout-OutStaggered ZoomFreeze-Frame BonusLeave the Camera Running
TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Wavelength, including Drone of Dread, Dull Surprise, The Dying Walk.