5.9
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H2O: Footprints in the Sand fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about growing up.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy9
- Romance7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy1
- Cringe Humor1
World
The mind and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality9
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
H2O: Footprints in the Sand is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, profoundly sad, and romantic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumThe mind and growing up
Its world is built around the mind and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Takuma Hirose, an emotionally wounded boy becomes blind after his mother died in his childhood. For medical treatment, he moves to his mother’s home village where he enters a new school.
Emotional AnimePsychological DramaComing-of-Age StoryTrauma & HealingNew School LifePensive AtmosphereCharacter StudySlice-of-Life ElementsSensitive Storytelling
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Questions about H2O: Footprints in the Sand
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is H2O: Footprints in the Sand worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How many seasons does H2O: Footprints in the Sand have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 12 episodes of about 24 minutes each.
When did H2O: Footprints in the Sand air?
S1
It ran from 2008 to 2008 and has ended.
What language is H2O: Footprints in the Sand in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch H2O: Footprints in the Sand?
56
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What tropes does H2O: Footprints in the Sand use?
Calling the Old Man OutYamato NadeshikoOlder Than They LookMood DissonanceLampshade HangingUnwilling SuspensionYour Size May VaryFirst Girl WinsContrived CoincidenceIn Medias ResYour Mind Makes It RealThe Cameoand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for H2O: Footprints in the Sand, including Calling the Old Man Out, Yamato Nadeshiko, Older Than They Look.