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Coming Home
2016·Movie
·1h 33min·PG·
Coming Home fingerprint
Big heart, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics9
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, family, and sports
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighWholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's wholesome, hopeful, and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and sports
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and sports.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports8Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
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 Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A father connects with his daughter through the sport of Softball.
Sports DramaFather-Daughter RelationshipSoftballFamilyConnectionComing-of-AgeEmotionalContemporary RealismHeartwarmingSports
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Questions about Coming Home
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Coming Home worth watching?
85
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Coming Home rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Coming Home?
1 h 33 min
Coming Home runs 1 h 33 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Coming Home?
Critics100
Audiences71
Not quite. Critics rate Coming Home higher (100) than audiences (71). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Coming Home in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Coming Home use?
You Can't Go Home AgainIt Will Never Catch OnRevealing HugAbsence Makes the Heart Go YonderSympathetic AdultererEpic RockingCrash-Into HelloCreator CameoSuicide by SeaDriven to SuicideReturning War VetWedding Ring Removaland 1 more
TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for Coming Home, including You Can't Go Home Again, It Will Never Catch On, Revealing Hug.