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Doctor Who: The Ribos Operation
1978·Movie
·1h 40min·
68
GoodGoodWatch score68
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Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Wondrous and nostalgic
- Wonder8
- Nostalgia7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Situational Comedy4
- Physical Comedy3
World
The future
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Doctor Who: The Ribos Operation is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowWondrous and nostalgic
Emotionally, it's wondrous and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Wonder8Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
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.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
The Doctor is summoned by the mysterious and powerful White Guardian, and sent on a quest to find the six segments of the Key to Time, which, once assembled, will restore balance to the Universe. Joining the Doctor and K9 is the smart and sassy Romana, a Time Lord fresh from the Academy. Landing on the wintry planet of Ribos to locate the first segment, the TARDIS crew quickly find themselves embroiled in a little local trouble with a pair of conmen and an unstable warlord...
Classic Sci-Fi AdventureTime Travel QuestWhimsical British TelevisionCompanion FocusedCosmic StakesCharacter DynamicsIntriguing MysteryNostalgic ViewingLighthearted Danger
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Is Doctor Who: The Ribos Operation worth watching?
68
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How long is Doctor Who: The Ribos Operation?
1 h 40 min
Doctor Who: The Ribos Operation runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is Doctor Who: The Ribos Operation in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.