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How Green Was My Valley
1941·Movie
How Green Was My Valley fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle6
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics10
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
History, family, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and characters
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout cinematography and score
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
- Music Centrality8
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
How Green Was My Valley is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and nostalgic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- 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 Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, family, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, family, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighStandout performances, direction, and characters
The performances, direction, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and score
Look and sound: the cinematography and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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Rich is their humor! Deep are their passions! Reckless are their lives! Mighty is their story!
Huw Morgan, the academically inclined youngest son in a proud family of Welsh coal miners, witnesses the tumultuous events of his young life during a period of rapid social change. At the dawn of the 20th-century, a miners' strike divides the Morgans: the sons demand improvements, and the father doesn't want to rock the boat.
Welsh Coal Mining CommunityFamily SagaSocial ChangeComing-of-AgeHistorical DramaClass ConflictNostalgicMelancholyWell-Acted
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is How Green Was My Valley worth watching?
82
GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is How Green Was My Valley rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is How Green Was My Valley?
1 h 58 min
How Green Was My Valley runs 1 h 58 min.
Is How Green Was My Valley based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on How Green Was My Valley?
Critics91
Audiences75
Not quite. Critics rate How Green Was My Valley higher (91) than audiences (75). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was How Green Was My Valley a box office hit?
Budget$800,000
Box office$5 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $800,000 to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 6.0 times its budget.
What language is How Green Was My Valley in?
EnglishWelsh
It was made in English, with some Welsh. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch How Green Was My Valley?
73
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+59GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for How Green Was My Valley in 73 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does How Green Was My Valley use?
Cut Himself ShavingAdapted OutUnable to Support a WifeBig Brother InstinctBoxing LessonMama BearSadist TeacherTempting FateDowner EndingBookendsOffhand BackhandDefeat Means Friendshipand 28 more
TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for How Green Was My Valley, including Cut Himself Shaving, Adapted Out, Unable to Support a Wife.