6.8
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Wet Season fingerprint
Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Fast Pace2
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Pathos8
- Melancholy8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Some cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor2
World
Everyday modern life, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters, direction, and performances
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Wet Season is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters, direction, and performances
The characters, direction, and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- 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.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Wet Season revolves around the life of Ling, a schoolteacher who deals with infertility while having to take care of her infirm father-in-law at home. One of Ling's students, Kok Wei Lun, develops a crush on her during remedial Chinese classes. The two become closer as Wei Lun embraces Ling's extra tutoring.
Intimate DramaSocial RealismTeacher-Student RelationshipInfertility & LonelinessEmotional MelancholyFamily ObligationsQuiet Character StudySingaporean CinemaMoral AmbiguityComing-of-Age
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Questions about Wet Season
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Wet Season worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 82%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Wet Season rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is Wet Season?
1 h 43 min
Wet Season runs 1 h 43 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Wet Season?
Critics78
Audiences65
Not quite. Critics rate Wet Season higher (78) than audiences (65). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Wet Season in?
ChineseEnglish
It was made in Chinese, with some English. Produced in China, Singapore, Taiwan.
In how many countries can I watch Wet Season?
16
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+2GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Wet Season in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Wet Season use?
Arrogant Kung-Fu GuyBilingual DialogueDumb JockFun with SubtitlesGray Rain of DepressionHead-in-the-Sand ManagementIt Always Rains at FuneralsParental AbandonmentThe StoicTeacher/Student Romance
TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Wet Season, including Arrogant Kung-Fu Guy, Bilingual Dialogue, Dumb Jock.