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Great Expectations
2018·Movie
·15min·
Great Expectations fingerprint
Funny, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Moving
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age8
- Pathos7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and satire
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Satire & Parody7
- Dark Humor7
World
Everyday modern life, society, and politics
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and satire
Expect plenty of sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, society, and politics
Its world is built around everyday modern life, society, and politics.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
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.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
In the space of 3 days, Pip has lost her boyfriend, her flat and her terrible, dehumanising job. Craving a new start, she returns home to the Brexit British countryside. Great Expectations retells the classic Dickens novel with a modern and darkly comedic female voice. It engages with questions about society, exploitation, loneliness and how women are viewed, all with a great deal of humour and heart.
Modern Dickens AdaptationFeminist Social SatireBrexit-Era RealismClass ConsciousnessDarkly Comic DramaFemale Coming-of-AgeLiterary HomageSocietal CritiqueIntimate Character Study
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Questions about Great Expectations
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Great Expectations worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Great Expectations rated?
Strong languageSexual content
Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.
How long is Great Expectations?
0 h 15 min
Great Expectations runs 0 h 15 min.
What language is Great Expectations in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
What tropes does Great Expectations use?
The Presents Were Never from SantaGenre DeconstructionIconic OutfitDouble Standard: Abuse, Female on MaleUnfortunate NamesBoomerang BigotStatic CharacterDisney Villain DeathDeadpan SnarkerNarrative FiligreeI Just Want My Beloved to Be HappyLove at First Sightand 167 more
TV Tropes lists 179 storytelling tropes for Great Expectations, including The Presents Were Never from Santa, Genre Deconstruction, Iconic Outfit.