7.7
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Kolya
1996·Movie
·1h 45min·
Kolya fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics9
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness8
Humor
Some situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Physical Comedy2
World
History and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighWholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's wholesome, hopeful, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, 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.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
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.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
After a fictitious marriage with a Russian emigrant, Cellisten Louka, a Czech man, must suddenly take responsibility for her son. However, it’s not long before the communication barrier is broken between the two new family members.
Czech CinemaHumanist DramaUnexpected Friendship1960sPost-Soviet EraSocial CommentaryHeartwarmingCharacter-DrivenFamily Dynamics
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Questions about Kolya
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Kolya worth watching?
88
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 7.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 96%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Kolya?
1 h 45 min
Kolya runs 1 h 45 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Kolya?
Critics96
Audiences85
Not quite. Critics rate Kolya higher (96) than audiences (85). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Kolya a box office hit?
Budget$1 million
Box office$8 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $8 million worldwide, 7.3 times its budget.
What language is Kolya in?
CzechSlovakRussian
It was made in Czech, with some Slovak, Russian. Produced in Czechia, United Kingdom, France.
In how many countries can I watch Kolya?
35
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+21GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Kolya in 35 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Kolya use?
Good Cop/Bad CopAren't You Going to Ravish Me?The CasanovaInterrupted IntimacyCitizenship MarriageThe Plot ReaperMaybe Ever AfterLong Last LookFallen-on-Hard-Times JobLanguage BarrierCall-BackMathematician's Answerand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Kolya, including Good Cop/Bad Cop, Aren't You Going to Ravish Me?, The Casanova.