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The Rocket Boy
1989·Movie
·1h 30min·
The Rocket Boy fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Wonder6
- Nostalgia4
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
- Physical Comedy8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Situational Comedy6
World
The future and technology
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Intrigue6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Rocket Boy 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.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe future and technology
Its world is built around the future and technology.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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In this Sci-fi Comedy a gentle video clerk has a secret double life as an intergalactic crime-fighter who must stop an evil alien from stealing the hair off human heads.
Sci-Fi Action ComedyGoofy & LightheartedAbsurdist HumorIntergalactic Crime FightingCampy VisualsSecret Identity80s NostalgiaFamily-Friendly (Teen Focus)
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Is The Rocket Boy worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Rocket Boy?
1 h 30 min
The Rocket Boy runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is The Rocket Boy in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.