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The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
1994·Show
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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Hopeful and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age10
- Hopefulness8
- Romance7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Growing up, everyday modern life, and the mind
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
The Girl Who Leapt Through Time is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighHopeful and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, romantic, and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age10Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, everyday modern life, and the mind
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around growing up, everyday modern life, and the mind. 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.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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A high-school girl acquires the ability to time travel.
Time Travel DramaAdolescent Sci-FiComing-of-Age StoryJapanese TelevisionNavigating ConsequencesEmotional JourneyHigh School LifeRomantic ThemesNostalgic Charm
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Questions about The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
How many seasons does The Girl Who Leapt Through Time have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 1 episodes and is still in production.
When did The Girl Who Leapt Through Time air?
S1
It started in 1994 and is still in production.
What language is The Girl Who Leapt Through Time in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese.
What tropes does The Girl Who Leapt Through Time use?
Meet CuteDoes This Remind You of Anything?Chekhov's GunRed Oni, Blue OniShrinking VioletBullet TimeSlow-Motion Pass-ByFour Is DeathBookendsWoobie, Destroyer of WorldsFunny Background EventYou Already Changed the Pastand 65 more
TV Tropes lists 77 storytelling tropes for The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, including Meet Cute, Does This Remind You of Anything?, Chekhov's Gun.