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Fly Away Home fingerprint
High energy, a touch of humor.
Energy
Violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Romance6
- Hopefulness6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
World
History, war, and politics
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighViolent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Fly Away Home is violent, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence8Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, war, and politics
Its world is built around history, war, and politics.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Ambitious pilot to a prospective series revolving around a combat cameraman in Vietnam. Carl Danton is in Saigon on assignment at the start of the 1968 Tet offensive with a cynical boss in the local bureau chief. His love interest is a Vietnamese doctor whose brother happens to be a leader in the Viet Cong and whose influential parents are involved in high-level corruption.
Vietnam WarCombat CameramanSaigonTet OffensivePolitical IntrigueLove StoryCorruption1960s
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Is Fly Away Home worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Fly Away Home rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is Fly Away Home?
1 h 40 min
Fly Away Home runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is Fly Away Home in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Fly Away Home use?
Cooldown HugBunny-Ears LawyerNo More for MeAs You KnowIdiot BallMama BearDisappeared DadWell-Intentioned ExtremistPrecision F-StrikeSleeves Are for WimpsBig "SHUT UP!"Berserk Buttonand 27 more
TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for Fly Away Home, including Cooldown Hug, Bunny-Ears Lawyer, No More for Me.