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Finding Joe
2011·Movie
·1h 20min·
Finding Joe fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Spectacle4
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Catharsis7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody3
- Situational Comedy2
World
A real life story, faith and meaning, and growing up
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, cathartic, and wondrous. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumA real life story, faith and meaning, and growing up
Its world is built around a real life story, faith and meaning, and growing up.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Spiritual8Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual 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 Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
"We must be willing to get rid of the life we've planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us." —Joseph Campbell
Finding Joe is an exploration of the studies of mythologist Joseph Campbell, and of their continuing influence on our culture. Through interviews with visionaries from a variety of fields—interwoven with enactments of classic tales by a sweet and motley group of kids—the film navigates the stages of what Campbell dubbed "the hero’s journey": the challenges, the fears, the dragons, the battles, and the return home as a changed person.
DocumentaryMythologyHero's JourneyInspirationalPhilosophicalJoseph CampbellComing-of-AgeSpiritualEducational
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Questions about Finding Joe
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Finding Joe worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 36%, and Metacritic 45). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Finding Joe?
1 h 20 min
Finding Joe runs 1 h 20 min.
Is Finding Joe based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Finding Joe?
Critics41
Audiences76
Not quite. Audiences rate Finding Joe higher (76) than critics (41). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Finding Joe in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Finding Joe?
117
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