6.9
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Zarafa fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle7
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Situational Comedy3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Family, history, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout cinematography and score
- Cinematography8
- Music Composition8
- Editing7
All energy traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
HighWholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's wholesome, hopeful, and wondrous. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily, history, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, history, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and score
Look and sound: the cinematography and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Inspired by the true story of the first giraffe to visit France, Zarafa is a sumptuously animated and stirring adventure, and a throwback to a bygone era of hand-drawn animation and epic storytelling set among sweeping CinemaScope vistas of parched desert, wind-swept mountains and open skies. Under the cover of darkness a small boy, Maki, loosens the shackles that bind him and escapes into the desert night. Pursued by slavers across the moon-lit savannah, Maki meets Zarafa, a baby giraffe – and an orphan, just like him – as well as the nomad Hassan, Prince of the Desert. Hassan takes them to Alexandria for an audience with the Pasha of Egypt, who orders him to deliver the exotic animal as a gift to King Charles of France.
Animated AdventureHistorical FictionFriendshipVisually StunningComing-of-AgeFamily-FriendlyInspirationalHand-Drawn AnimationAfrican Setting
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Questions about Zarafa
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Zarafa worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 76%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Zarafa rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Zarafa?
1 h 18 min
Zarafa runs 1 h 18 min.
Is Zarafa based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Zarafa?
Critics70
Audiences65
Yes. Critics average 70 and audiences 65 out of 100, so both groups see Zarafa much the same way.
Was Zarafa a box office hit?
Budget$11 million
Box office$12 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $11 million to make and earned $12 million worldwide, 1.1 times its budget.
What language is Zarafa in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in Belgium, France.
In how many countries can I watch Zarafa?
16
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What tropes does Zarafa use?
Ship TeaseBears Are Bad NewsFamily-Unfriendly DeathPirateKid HeroGenial GiraffePolitically Incorrect VillainBabies Ever AfterDrowning My SorrowsBig Damn HeroesDisney Villain DeathSavage Wolvesand 23 more
TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for Zarafa, including Ship Tease, Bears Are Bad News, Family-Unfriendly Death.