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Z.P.G.
1972·Movie
Z.P.G. fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
Some satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody6
- Dark Humor5
- Absurdist Humor3
World
The future, society, and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome satire and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumThe future, society, and technology
Its world is built around the future, society, and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity8Human stories in a tech world.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
Smog covers the earth. The oxygen is depleted. Love is encouraged. But the penalty for birth is death. The time Is tomorrow and there's no time left.
In the not too distant future, an overpopulated Earth government makes it illegal to have children for a generation. One couple, unsatisfied with their substitute robot baby, breaks the rules.
Dystopian FutureOverpopulationSocial CommentaryBleakPolitical SatireTechnology and HumanityPsychologicalFamily DynamicsThought-Provoking
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Questions about Z.P.G.
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Z.P.G. worth watching?
44
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Z.P.G. rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Z.P.G.?
1 h 37 min
Z.P.G. runs 1 h 37 min.
What language is Z.P.G. in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Denmark, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Z.P.G.?
5
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Z.P.G. in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Z.P.G. use?
Overpopulation CrisisDystopian EdictPopulation ControlNo New Fashions in the FutureChildren Are a WasteDystopia20 Minutes into the FutureEvil MalthusianOne World OrderGood Girls Avoid AbortionExtinct in the FutureCrapsack World
TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for Z.P.G., including Overpopulation Crisis, Dystopian Edict, Population Control.