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Tensai Bakabon
1971·Show
·40Episodes in1Season·
Tensai Bakabon fingerprint
Very funny.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle4
- Tension3
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor
- Situational Comedy9
- Absurdist Humor9
- Physical Comedy7
World
Family
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Character Depth7
- Acting6
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization8
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Tensai Bakabon is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumWholesome and hopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's wholesome, hopeful, and nostalgic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of situational comedy and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around family. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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Based on Fujio Akatsuka's subversive family comedy, the series follows naive 10-year-old Bakabon and his folks: Papa, the patriarch and idiot supreme, Mama, Bakabon's darling mother and voice of reason, and Hajime, the newly-born baby boy who, due to being in the womb for an extended period, gained super-intelligence and an extensive bevy of worldly knowledge. Much of the comedy revolves around the idiotic natures of Bakabon and his Papa, and the people who have to put up with it.
Classic Anime ComedyAbsurdist Family HumorIdiosyncratic CharactersEpisodic SitcomSlapstick FunWholesome MirthNostalgic ViewingIrreverent & QuirkyChildlike Wonder
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Is Tensai Bakabon worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does Tensai Bakabon have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 40 episodes.
When did Tensai Bakabon air?
S1
It ran from 1971 to 1972 and has ended.
What language is Tensai Bakabon in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.