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Elephant
2020·Movie
Elephant fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
- Tension4
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy1
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Physical Comedy1
World
Everyday modern life and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
- Character Depth6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumWholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's wholesome and hopeful. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowEveryday modern life and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational9Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
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.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Disneynature’s Elephant follows African elephant Shani and her spirited son Jomo as their herd make an epic journey hundreds of miles across the vast Kalahari Desert. Led by their great matriarch, Gaia, the family faces brutal heat, dwindling resources and persistent predators, as they follow in their ancestors’ footsteps on a quest to reach a lush, green paradise.
Nature DocumentaryElephant MigrationFamily-FriendlyEducationalWildlifeAfrican AnimalsConservationAnimal Families
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Questions about Elephant
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Elephant worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Elephant rated?
G
It's rated G in the United States.
How long is Elephant?
1 h 26 min
Elephant runs 1 h 26 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Elephant?
Critics61
Audiences70
Not quite. Audiences rate Elephant higher (70) than critics (61). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Elephant in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Elephant?
76
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+62GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Elephant in 76 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Elephant use?
Ripped from the HeadlinesIdiot BallBookendsHuddle ShotAs Long as There Is EvilJerkassThis Is for Emphasis, Bitch!Big Bad DuumvirateSoundtrack DissonanceDark Is Evil"Shaggy Dog" StoryUltra Super Death Gore Fest Chainsawer 3000and 47 more
TV Tropes lists 59 storytelling tropes for Elephant, including Ripped from the Headlines, Idiot Ball, Bookends.