5.9
Home for the Holidays fingerprint
Big heart, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Wholesome and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Wholesome7
- Melancholy7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
World
Everyday modern life and family
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighWholesome and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's wholesome, melancholic, and hopeful. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about Home for the Holidays
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Home for the Holidays worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Home for the Holidays?
1 h 26 min
Home for the Holidays runs 1 h 26 min.
What language is Home for the Holidays in?
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Home for the Holidays?
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What tropes does Home for the Holidays use?
TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Home for the Holidays, including Thanksgiving Day Story, Youngest Child Wins, Hellistics.