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Next Gen
2018·Movie
Next Gen fingerprint
High energy, striking style.
Energy
Thrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle7
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Coming of Age8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Some slapstick and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy4
World
The future, technology, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighThrilling and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Next Gen is thrilling, fast-paced, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wholesome, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumThe future, technology, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, technology, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, 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.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Next Gen worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 86%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Next Gen rated?
PGViolence
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Next Gen?
1 h 45 min
Next Gen runs 1 h 45 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Next Gen?
Critics86
Audiences67
Not quite. Critics rate Next Gen higher (86) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Next Gen in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, China, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Next Gen?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Next Gen in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Next Gen use?
Instant Awesome: Just Add Mecha!Not-So-Well-Intentioned ExtremistSmall Name, Big EgoYou Are Not AloneRobotic RevealKilled Mid-SentenceOff with His Head!Parents in DistressAction BombParents as PeoplePolice Are UselessAlternative Foreign Theme Songand 61 more
TV Tropes lists 73 storytelling tropes for Next Gen, including Instant Awesome: Just Add Mecha!, Not-So-Well-Intentioned Extremist, Small Name, Big Ego.