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Hi, Mom fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle6
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
Heart
Deeply moving and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics10
- Pathos9
- Wholesome8
Humor
Some situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy2
World
Family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Hi, Mom is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and wholesome
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, wholesome, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily
Its world is built around family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Devastated after her mom's serious accident and grief-stricken because she hasn't become the daughter she wanted to be for her mother, a Chinese woman finds herself transported back in time to the year 1981, where she meets her younger mother before she was her mom.
Time TravelFamily DramaNostalgic 1980sMother-Daughter RelationshipEmotional JourneyChinese CinemaSentimentalHeartwarmingFriendship
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Questions about Hi, Mom
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Is Hi, Mom worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Hi, Mom?
2 h 8 min
Hi, Mom runs 2 h 8 min.
Was Hi, Mom a box office hit?
Budget$59 million
Box office$822 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $59 million to make and earned $822 million worldwide, 13.9 times its budget.
What language is Hi, Mom in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
In how many countries can I watch Hi, Mom?
2
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What tropes does Hi, Mom use?
Adapted OutAs HimselfBittersweet EndingBook DumbComposite CharacterDying Declaration of LoveThe FacelessJerk with a Heart of GoldStepford SmilerOnce More, with ClarityForeshadowingNostalgia Ain't Like It Used to Beand 10 more
TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for Hi, Mom, including Adapted Out, As Himself, Bittersweet Ending.