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VR.5
1995·Show
VR.5 fingerprint
Immersive world, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Wonder6
- Pathos5
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Absurdist Humor3
- Dark Humor3
World
The future, technology, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
HighThe future, technology, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the future, technology, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Futuristic9Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity9Human stories in a tech world.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Gaming8Video games and game culture.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
VR.5 is an American television program originally broadcast on the Fox network from March 10, 1995 to May 12, 1995. Ten of its thirteen episodes were aired during its original run. The title of the show refers to the degree of immersion the protagonist experiences in the virtual world.
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Questions about VR.5
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Is VR.5 worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 83%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is VR.5 rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does VR.5 have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 13 episodes of about 43 minutes each.
Do critics and audiences agree on VR.5?
Critics73
Audiences72
Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see VR.5 much the same way.
When did VR.5 air?
S1
It ran from 1995 to 1997 and has ended.
What language is VR.5 in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does VR.5 use?
Rule of SymbolismHomageCyberpunkOh, Crap!Awful TruthMind ScrewNot So StoicTelephone TeleportAlternate UniverseCuriosity Killed the CastUnderstatementFlashback Nightmareand 20 more
TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for VR.5, including Rule of Symbolism, Homage, Cyberpunk.