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Sun Children
2021·Movie
·1h 39min·
Sun Children fingerprint
Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Growing up, class and money, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumGrowing up, class and money, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around growing up, class and money, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
The story of 12-year-old Ali and his three friends. Together they work hard to survive and support their families, doing small jobs in a garage and committing petty crimes to make fast money. In a turn of events that seems miraculous, Ali is entrusted to find hidden treasure underground. He recruits his gang, but first, to gain access to the tunnel, the children must enroll at the Sun School, a charitable institution that tries to educate street kids and child laborers, close to where the treasure is located.
Iranian Social RealismChild LaborComing-of-Age DramaPoverty and InequalityUrban ExplorationFriendship and LoyaltyHope and DespairTreasure HuntPolitical Undercurrents
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Questions about Sun Children
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sun Children worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Sun Children?
1 h 39 min
Sun Children runs 1 h 39 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Sun Children?
Critics81
Audiences77
Yes. Critics average 81 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see Sun Children much the same way.
What language is Sun Children in?
Persian
It was made in Persian. Produced in Iran, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Sun Children?
20
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