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Exploding Sun
2013·Show
Exploding Sun fingerprint
High energy, no humor.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis5
- Wonder4
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
The future and technology
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Exploding Sun is tense, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowHopeful
Emotionally, it's hopeful.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowThe future and technology
Its world is built around the future and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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Talented senior engineer Craig Bakus must partner up with his adversary Don Wincroft, ex-wife Cheryl Wincroft and Reggie Walker, a young communications technician, to save the planet when a historic space launch triggers a massive solar storm that could wipe out mankind.
Sci-Fi DisasterGlobal CatastropheHigh Stakes ThrillerRace Against TimeApocalyptic ThemesSurvival DramaHeroic EnsembleTechnology Gone WrongSuspenseful
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Is Exploding Sun worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 3.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Exploding Sun rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How many seasons does Exploding Sun have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 2 episodes of about 90 minutes each.
When did Exploding Sun air?
S1
It ran from 2013 to 2013 and has ended.
What language is Exploding Sun in?
EnglishGerman
It was made in English, with some German.
In how many countries can I watch Exploding Sun?
3
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