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Life Goes On fingerprint
Big heart, calm.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension3
- Fast Pace2
- Adrenaline1
Heart
Heartwarming and moving
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics10
- Wholesome9
- Pathos8
Humor
Some situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Family, everyday modern life, and growing up
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
HighHeartwarming and moving
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's heartwarming, moving, and hopeful. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics10Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome9Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily, everyday modern life, and growing up
Its world is built around family, everyday modern life, and growing up.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality2Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Obladi, oblada, life goes on, brah, lala, how the life goes on.
Life Goes On is a television series that aired on ABC from September 12, 1989, to May 23, 1993. The show centers on the Thatcher family living in suburban Chicago: Drew, his wife Elizabeth, and their children Paige, Rebecca, and Charles, who is known as Corky. Life Goes On was the first television series to have a major character with Down syndrome.
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Questions about Life Goes On
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Is Life Goes On worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Life Goes On rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How many seasons does Life Goes On have?
4 seasons
It has 4 seasons with 83 episodes of about 60 minutes each.
When did Life Goes On air?
S1S2S3S4
It ran from 1989 to 1993 and has ended.
What language is Life Goes On in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Life Goes On use?
What the Hell, Hero?Derailing Love InterestsInspirationally DisadvantagedDid They or Didn't They?Flash ForwardThe AlcoholicHidden DepthsGood ParentsDumb BlondeDistant FinaleTone ShiftConvenient Miscarriageand 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Life Goes On, including What the Hell, Hero?, Derailing Love Interests, Inspirationally Disadvantaged.