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Outside In
1972·Movie
·1h 30min·
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No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Adrenaline3
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Nostalgia7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Dark Humor2
- Situational Comedy1
World
History and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
- Visual Stylization5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Outside In is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic, moving, and nostalgic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory and the mind
Its world is built around history and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
His parents, his friends, the FBI, he could get them all off his back... All he had to do was kill.
A man who moves to Canada to escape the draft returns to the United States for his father's funeral.
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Questions about Outside In
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Outside In worth watching?
35
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 6 and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Outside In?
1 h 30 min
Outside In runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Outside In?
Critics76
Audiences67
Not quite. Critics rate Outside In higher (76) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Outside In in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Outside In use?
Alien GeometriesAll-CGI CartoonCredits GagImpossible TaskPhlebotinumCritical Existence FailureOne-Letter NameMundane UtilitySimple Solution Won't WorkNo Plot? No Problem!Mundane Made AwesomeMinimalismand 8 more
TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for Outside In, including Alien Geometries, All-CGI Cartoon, Credits Gag.