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Touching the Asteroid
2020·Movie
Touching the Asteroid fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Spectacular and tense
- Spectacle8
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Awe-inspiring and hopeful
- Wonder9
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Everyday modern life, technology, and the future
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighSpectacular and tense
Touching the Asteroid is spectacular and tense.
All energy traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneAwe-inspiring and hopeful
Emotionally, it's awe-inspiring, hopeful, and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos1Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, technology, and the future
Its world is built around everyday modern life, technology, and the future.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting0Performance craft and presence.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational10Informative and instructive.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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Is Touching the Asteroid worth watching?
74
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Touching the Asteroid?
0 h 53 min
Touching the Asteroid runs 0 h 53 min.
What language is Touching the Asteroid in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.