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Home
2012·Show
·34Episodes in1Season·
Home fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and spectacular
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Spectacle7
- Violence7
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy1
World
History, war, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and spectacular
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Home is tense, spectacular, and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, war, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, war, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Warfare9Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances, characters, and direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Vic Zhou plays a Taiwanese medic in World War II who was deployed to China as a Japanese military doctor. He endured much internal turmoil as his allegiance was split between his Japanese ruler and his Chinese ancestry. At the end of the war, a Chinese general saved him from being executed with the rest of Japanese soldiers. Ever since his rescue, he had been searching for a way to get back home. Back to Taiwan.
Historical War DramaPsychological ConflictIdentity CrisisIntense Character StudyPost-War TraumaLoyalty vs. HeritageMelancholy & PoignantJourney of Self-DiscoveryEast Asian History
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Questions about Home
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Is Home worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Home rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Home have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 34 episodes.
Is Home based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Home?
Critics100
Audiences74
Not quite. Critics rate Home higher (100) than audiences (74). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
When did Home air?
S1
It ran from 2012 to 2012 and has ended.
What language is Home in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China.
What tropes does Home use?
Chekhov's SkillAdaptational Alternate EndingFun with Bubble WrapSpell My Name with a "The"No Endor HolocaustMythology GagVichy EarthInvading RefugeesWorthless Yellow RocksWrong Genre SavvyAlien InvasionHypocritical Humorand 127 more
TV Tropes lists 139 storytelling tropes for Home, including Chekhov's Skill, Adaptational Alternate Ending, Fun with Bubble Wrap.