Yes

Name: Yes
Released: 2019-09-20
Duration: 1 h 40 min
Cast: Sibyl Santiago, Nolan Gould, Tim Realbuto, Jenna Leigh Green, Oscar Nuñez

2019·Movie

·1h 40min·

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Yes fingerprint

Immersive world, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Tension6
Fast Pace3
Adrenaline2

Heart

Moving

Pathos7
Melancholy6
Romance5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay6
Cringe Humor4
Dark Humor2

World

The mind and everyday modern life

Dialogue Centrality9
World Immersion7
Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

Character Depth10
Acting9
Dialogue Quality9

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography6
Editing6
Music Composition5

Energy

Low

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

Yes 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 Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Low

Moving

Emotionally, it's moving.

All heart traits

Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.

Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.

Related traits

Character Depth10Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

Medium

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect some sharp wit.

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All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.

Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

High

The mind and everyday modern life

Its world is built around the mind and everyday modern life. It leaves some questions open.

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All world traits

Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Related traits

Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.

Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.

Craft

High

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

The characters, performances, and dialogue stand out.

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All craft traits

Character Depth10Rich, complex characterization.
Acting9Performance craft and presence.
Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.

Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.

Related traits

Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

More movies with medium style

All style traits

Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition5Score and musical identity.

Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Based on Tim Realbuto's critically acclaimed Off-Broadway play, YES tells the story of washed up child star Patrick Nolan who decides to mentor 17-year-old Jeremiah Rosenhaft. What begins as an innocent acting lesson turns into something much more intimate between two surprisingly common minds.

Intense Character DramaPsychological ExplorationMentor-Mentee RelationshipMoral AmbiguityDialogue-DrivenUnsettling & IntimateFormer Child StarVulnerability & Identity

Actors

Nolan Gould

Jeremiah Rosenhaft

Jenna Leigh Green

Annie Caden

Oscar Nuñez

Mark Bradley

Siobhan Fallon Hogan

Jackie Rosenhaft

Chris Jehnert

Student in Play

Crew

Directed by:

Rob Margolies

Written by:

Tim Realbuto

Produced by:

Rob Margolies, Tim Realbuto, Paula Afflitto

Composed by:

Gregory De Lulio

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Hoopla

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Yes is included with a subscription to FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.