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Talentime
2009·Movie
Talentime fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
Heart
Deeply romantic and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Romance9
- Hopefulness8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Cringe Humor1
World
Everyday modern life, growing up, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality9
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Talentime is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
HighDeeply romantic and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, hopeful, and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Romance9Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, growing up, and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life, growing up, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
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.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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A talent search competition has matched two hearts - that of Melur, a Malay-mixed girl and an Indian male student, Mahesh. Melur, with her melodious voice, singing whilst playing the piano is one of the seven finalists of the Talentime competition of her school organised by Cikgu Adibah. Likewise Hafiz, enthralling with his vocalist talent while playing the guitar, divides his time between school and mother, who is hospitalised for brain tumor.
Malaysian RomanceMusical DramaComing-of-Age StoryCultural DiversityTalent CompetitionHeartwarming & EmotionalYouthful AspirationsMelodious SoundtrackPoignant Family Drama
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Is Talentime worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Talentime?
2 h 0 min
Talentime runs 2 h 0 min.
What language is Talentime in?
MalayTamilEnglishcn
It was made in Malay, with some Tamil, English, cn. Produced in Malaysia.
In how many countries can I watch Talentime?
130
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