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High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
- Situational Comedy3
World
History, crime, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and violent
Once Upon a Time is tense and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, crime, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, crime, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
A popular bandit, Morad, is robbing trade caravans. During a fight with another bandit, he has been rescued from death by the rural family. He takes a profound challenge in his life with these villagers.
Iranian DramaBandit RedemptionRural FamilyHistorical SettingCrime and MoralityRedemption ArcFamily BondsCultural Immersion
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Is Once Upon a Time worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 8.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Once Upon a Time rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Once Upon a Time have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 17 episodes of about 50 minutes each.
When did Once Upon a Time air?
S1
It ran from 1991 to 1991 and has ended.
What language is Once Upon a Time in?
Persian
It was made in Persian. Produced in Iran.
What tropes does Once Upon a Time use?
Genre BlindBatman GambitVillainous BreakdownOffscreen Moment of AwesomeFantastic Caste SystemEveryone Is RelatedTragic IntangibilityNo BisexualsAchey ScarsImmortal BreakerHollywood New EnglandFantastic Racismand 786 more
TV Tropes lists 798 storytelling tropes for Once Upon a Time, including Genre Blind, Batman Gambit, Villainous Breakdown.