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Smile
2007·Movie
·2h 4min·
Smile fingerprint
Big heart, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Heartwarming and uplifting
Much of it is about family.
- Wholesome9
- Hopefulness9
- Family Dynamics9
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Everyday modern life, sports, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
- Cinematography6
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighHeartwarming and uplifting
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's heartwarming, uplifting, and moving. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, sports, and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life, sports, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports9Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Spiritual7Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
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.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Heartwarming human drama about a former tap dancer who trades in his tap shoes to woo a figure skating instructor. But by a twist of fate, he finds himself coaching a local ice hockey team of hapless youths and leading them to a championship
Heartwarming DramaSportsFigure SkatingIce HockeyFamilyInspirationalFeel-GoodRedemptionJapanese Cinema
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Is Smile worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Smile?
2 h 4 min
Smile runs 2 h 4 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Smile?
Critics47
Audiences72
Not quite. Audiences rate Smile higher (72) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Smile in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.