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Balloon
1990·Movie
·1h 40min·
Balloon fingerprint
Big heart, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Wholesome and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Wholesome8
- Romance7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy3
World
History and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighWholesome and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's wholesome, romantic, and hopeful. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory and growing up
Its world is built around history and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Showbiz5Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Youngsters find work as part-time festival street vendors and flourish in work, friendship and love.
Japanese CinemaComing-of-AgeFestival LifeFriendship and LoveWholesomeNostalgicFamily DynamicsSimple Joys
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Is Balloon worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Balloon?
1 h 40 min
Balloon runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Balloon?
Critics80
Audiences75
Yes. Critics average 80 and audiences 75 out of 100, so both groups see Balloon much the same way.
What language is Balloon in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
What tropes does Balloon use?
Big BadBlatant LiesDefector from Commie LandThe DeterminatorEarn Your Happy EndingForegone ConclusionGreater-Scope VillainThe Great WallRace Against the ClockOh, Crap!Police Are UselessPlaying Drunkand 1 more
TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for Balloon, including Big Bad, Blatant Lies, Defector from Commie Land.