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Grand Slam!
1988·Movie
·1h 38min·
Grand Slam! fingerprint
High energy, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Fast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Nostalgic and wholesome
- Nostalgia9
- Wholesome7
- Hopefulness7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy1
World
Sports, a real life story, and pop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Standout editing and score
- Music Centrality9
- Editing8
- Music Composition8
Energy
HighFast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Grand Slam! is fast-paced and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumNostalgic and wholesome
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, wholesome, and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- 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.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick 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
MediumSports, a real life story, and pop culture
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around sports, a real life story, and pop culture. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Sports10Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout editing and score
Look and sound: the editing and score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Centrality9Songs central to storytelling.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
A Bases Loaded Celebration of Baseball
...the electricity of opening day ...a kid's awe at his first big-league game ...the close-up presence of heroes, heroes and more heroes. It's all here in GRAND SLAM!, an exciting new and original tribute to baseball and 37 of its greatest living legends. Join them, guest star Billy Crystal and host Dick Schapp, ABC-TV national sports correspondent, as they share insights, opinions and surprising revelations, interwoven with some of the most amazing baseball action footage you'll ever see! Plus a superb soundtrack of original songs composed by award-winner Bill Conti ("Rocky," "The Karate Kid,") with vocals by Roberta Flack, Isaac Hayes, Little Richard and Ashford & Simpson. It's that rare kind of program that will make you want to see it over and over again!
Baseball DocumentarySports Legends TributeNostalgic CelebrationInspirational StoriesEnergetic SoundtrackArchival FootageFan-FocusedBiographical InterviewsWholesome Entertainment
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Questions about Grand Slam!
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
How long is Grand Slam!?
1 h 38 min
Grand Slam! runs 1 h 38 min.
Is Grand Slam! based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is Grand Slam! in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Grand Slam! use?
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TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for Grand Slam!, including The Caper, Grappling-Hook Pistol, Delivery Guy Infiltration.