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Strong craft, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Deeply romantic and melancholic
- Romance9
- Melancholy8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy3
- Cringe Humor2
World
Everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition9
- Music Centrality9
- Cinematography7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
The Last Five Years is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumDeeply romantic and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply romantic, melancholic, and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Romance9Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout score
Look and sound: the score stand out.
All style traits
- Music Composition9Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Being together for almost five years, Joan expects William to pop the question. They love each other. They live together. Marriage is the only thing that's missing. But for William, it's the hardest to give.
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Questions about The Last Five Years
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Is The Last Five Years worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Last Five Years?
2 h 16 min
The Last Five Years runs 2 h 16 min.
What language is The Last Five Years in?
FilipinoEnglish
It was made in Filipino, with some English. Produced in Philippines.
In how many countries can I watch The Last Five Years?
6
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Last Five Years in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Last Five Years use?
Adaptation ExpansionAuto EroticaBowdlerizeThe CameoCompliment BackfireCreator CameoGaslightingHeroic BSoDMood LightingThe OnerTwirl of LoveRemake Cameoand 1 more
TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for The Last Five Years, including Adaptation Expansion, Auto Erotica, Bowdlerize.