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Lion
2014·Movie
·19min·
Lion fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Moving
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos7
- Family Dynamics7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life and family
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Lion is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
LowEveryday modern life and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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Adam is a broken man in the emotional transition as his family crumbles. Through the heartbreak and pain a chance meeting gives hope once more.
Family DramaEmotional TransitionHeartbreak and HopeContemporary RealismCharacter-DrivenRelationship StrugglesIntimate StorytellingHuman ConnectionRedemption
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Lion worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Lion?
0 h 19 min
Lion runs 0 h 19 min.
What language is Lion in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Lion use?
The NamesakeFoolish Sibling, Responsible SiblingA Minor KidroductionDisappeared DadBad SamaritanEarn Your Happy EndingDreaming of Things to ComeInconsistent SpellingBrilliant, but LazyOutliving One's OffspringAdaptational AttractivenessRags to Richesand 40 more
TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for Lion, including The Namesake, Foolish Sibling, Responsible Sibling, A Minor Kidroduction.