Will

Name: Will
Genre: Drama, Family
Released: 2011-11-04
Duration: 1 h 42 min
Cast: Damian Lewis, Bob Hoskins, Rebekah Staton, Perry Eggleton, Kieran Wallbanks

2011·Movie

·1h 42min·

6.8

75–

–46%

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

Adrenaline7
Tension7
Fast Pace7

Heart

Hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

Hopefulness7
Coming of Age7
Pathos6

Humor

Serious throughout

Wit & Wordplay2
Cringe Humor2
Dark Humor2

World

History, sports, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality6
Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Direction7
Acting7
Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Editing7
Music Composition6

Energy

High

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

Will is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.

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All energy traits

Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Heart

Medium

Hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

Emotionally, it's hopeful. Much of it is about growing up.

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All heart traits

Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.

Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

Related traits

Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

None

Serious throughout

Expect almost no humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.

Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.

World

Medium

History, sports, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around history, sports, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Historical10Period settings and real events.
Sports8Competition, training, and teamwork.

Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.

Craft

High

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.

Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Educational5Informative and instructive.
Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Always Follow Your Dream

Brennan is Liverpool's number one fan, able to recite facts ad infinitum about the club and at a public school in the south of England since his father Gareth is emotionally unable to care for him following the death of Will's mother. Gareth appears one day out of the blue with tickets for Liverpool's trip to the 2005 Champions League Final in Istanbul.

Football (Soccer)Liverpool F.C.Champions LeagueComing-of-AgeEuropean TravelBased on True EventsInspirationalFather-Son Relationship2005 Istanbul Final

Actors

Damian Lewis

Gareth

Bob Hoskins

Davey

Rebekah Staton

Nancy

Malcolm Storry

Finch

Alice Krige

Sister Carmel

Brandon Robinson

Ritche

Jane March

Sister Noell

Kristian Kiehling

Alek

Kenny Dalglish

Himself

Neil Maskell

Lenny

Branko Tomović

Avdo Bilic

Steven Gerrard

Himself

Crew

Directed by:

Jo Beckett, Ellen Perry

Written by:

Ellen Perry, Zack Anderson

Produced by:

Dan Hubbard, Mark Cooper, Raphaël Benoliel

Composed by:

Glenn Freemantle, Ed Colyer, Niv Adiri

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Will worth watching?

MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 0%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.