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Boarding School
1978·Movie
·1h 40min·R·
Boarding School fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance6
- Coming of Age6
- Hopefulness5
Humor
Some situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy5
- Physical Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction5
- Acting5
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Boarding School is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
When the new girls arrives, the girls of St. Clare's Academy get quite an education
This film tells the story about a group of girls at an exclusive German girls boarding school. Across the lake is an exclusive boys boarding school...
Teen ComedyGerman CinemaGirls' Boarding SchoolComing-of-AgeSexual ExplorationSituational HumorHistorical SettingRomantic ElementsLighthearted Tone
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Questions about Boarding School
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Boarding School worth watching?
45
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 4.7, Rotten Tomatoes 33%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Boarding School rated?
RNuditySexual content
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity and sexual content.
How long is Boarding School?
1 h 40 min
Boarding School runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Boarding School?
Critics54
Audiences55
Yes. Critics average 54 and audiences 55 out of 100, so both groups see Boarding School much the same way.
What language is Boarding School in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in Germany.
In how many countries can I watch Boarding School?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Boarding School in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Boarding School use?
Erotic AsphyxiationDead All AlongI See Dead PeopleHollywood Tourette'sBoarding School of HorrorsThose Wacky NazisNo Name GivenAbusive ParentsOur Ghosts Are DifferentBig BadOffing the OffspringWholesome Crossdresserand 12 more
TV Tropes lists 24 storytelling tropes for Boarding School, including Erotic Asphyxiation, Dead All Along, I See Dead People.