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Cast Away
2017·Movie
·1h 30min·
Cast Away fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle5
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
- Cinematography6
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Cast Away is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
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
MediumEveryday modern life and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Lost in the Ocean
A rich American businessman and the world's top developer, John Smith is on his way to Puerto Rico from New York City to build a new hotel when a big storm hits his plane as he is flying over Bermuda. The plane goes down and crashes somewhere in the ocean, near Gusto island. John Smith survives the crash and is left alone on the island, with God as his only companion...
Survival DramaMan vs. NatureIsolation and ResiliencePhilosophical ThemesCharacter-DrivenEmotional JourneyThought-ProvokingSpirituality
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Questions about Cast Away
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Cast Away worth watching?
20
TerribleGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 20/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Cast Away?
1 h 30 min
Cast Away runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Cast Away in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Cast Away use?
Tropical Island AdventureExpository Hairstyle ChangeAccidental MisnamingDestroy the Product PlacementMourning an ObjectI Want My Beloved to Be HappyTempting FateRomantic RainForgotten First MeetingRule of SymbolismBottle EpisodeBittersweet Endingand 105 more
TV Tropes lists 117 storytelling tropes for Cast Away, including Tropical Island Adventure, Expository Hairstyle Change, Accidental Misnaming.