5.0
Where can I stream Home Movies legally?
You can watch it free with ads on Artiflix. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
Home Movies
1980·Movie
Home Movies fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension3
- Fast Pace3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Coming of Age5
- Wholesome4
- Pathos4
Humor
Some absurdist humor and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor7
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Satire & Parody6
World
Show business
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty9
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout direction
- Meta Narrative9
- Direction8
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighShow business
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around show business. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Related traits
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
All craft traits
- Meta Narrative9Stories about storytelling.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Brian de Palma's comedy that catches every body in the act!
A cult guru urges a shy disciple to make life a movie and be its star.
Cult ClassicMeta-FilmmakingAbsurdist ComedyIndie CinemaEccentric CharactersExperimental NarrativeSatirical HumorPerformance ArtSelf-ReferentialNiche Appeal
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Related Movies and Shows
Overall: Similar vibe.
Movies
Shows
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Home Movies
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Home Movies worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Home Movies rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Home Movies?
1 h 30 min
Home Movies runs 1 h 30 min.
What language is Home Movies in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Home Movies?
126
+112
+112GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Home Movies in 126 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Home Movies use?
Department of Redundancy DepartmentAlter KockerShades of SuffocationIronyCats Are MeanHalloween EpisodeDistinction Without a DifferenceStylistic SuckIntergenerational FriendshipExposition Already CoveredLimited AnimationFix It in Postand 112 more
TV Tropes lists 124 storytelling tropes for Home Movies, including Department of Redundancy Department, Alter Kocker, Shades of Suffocation.