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Doctor Who: The Sun Makers
1977·Movie
·1h 40min·
70
GoodGoodWatch score70
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Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Hopeful and nostalgic
- Hopefulness8
- Nostalgia7
- Wonder6
Humor
Plenty of satire and sharp wit
- Satire & Parody9
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Situational Comedy4
World
The future, society, and class and money
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization6
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Doctor Who: The Sun Makers is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowHopeful and nostalgic
Emotionally, it's hopeful and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and sharp wit
Expect plenty of satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe future, society, and class and money
Its world is built around the future, society, and class and money.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Far in the distant future, Earth has become uninhabitable, forcing Mankind to colonise first Mars and then Pluto. No longer the coldest planet in the solar system, Pluto is now warmed by artificial suns. The Doctor, Leela and K9 arrive to discover the exploitation of the Megropolis people by the ruling elite, lead by the Collector. Deep in the Undercity, a small group of revolutionaries plot to overthrow the company and the Doctor is forced to fight the oppression of the people using Fire against Fire...
Classic Doctor WhoPolitical SatireSci-Fi AdventureAnti-BureaucracyRetro FuturismTaxation AllegoryCampy & CleverRevolution Story
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Is Doctor Who: The Sun Makers worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Doctor Who: The Sun Makers?
1 h 40 min
Doctor Who: The Sun Makers runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is Doctor Who: The Sun Makers in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.