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Ocean Heaven

2010Movie1 h 36 min

78
GreatGoodWatch score
78
GreatGoodWatch score

Summary

The story of a father's tireless love for his autistic son. A terminally ill father's attempt to teach his autistic son the necessary life skills to survive on his own before he passes away.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Kids

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at

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Directed by
Xue Xiaolu
Written by
Xue Xiaolu
Music by
Joe Hisaishi

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Facts

June 24, 2010 · 1 h 36 min · Drama

Released
June 24, 2010
Runtime
1 h 36 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
Chinese
Made in
China, Hong Kong SAR China
Budget
$1 million
Available in
3 countries

Tropes

Friendly, Playful Dolphin, Missing Mom, Always with You +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Ocean Heaven?"

Questions about Ocean Heaven

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Ocean Heaven?

In the United States, Ocean Heaven streams on Hi-YAH. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is Ocean Heaven worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78 (IMDb 7.5).

Is Ocean Heaven okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is Ocean Heaven plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (10 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Ocean Heaven in English?

Chinese

No, it was made in Chinese.

What tropes does Ocean Heaven use?

Friendly, Playful DolphinMissing MomAlways with YouSingle Woman Seeks Good ManSomeone To Remember Her ByReincarnationFuneral CutSocial Services Does Not ExistThe RevealDeceased Parents Are the BestMercy KillBenevolent Bossand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 tropes for it, including Friendly, Playful Dolphin, Missing Mom, and Always with You.