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Under the Mountain
1981·Show
Under the Mountain fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Awe-inspiring and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up.
- Wonder9
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
- Physical Comedy2
World
Fantasy, mystery, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Under the Mountain is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-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.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
MediumAwe-inspiring and hopeful
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's awe-inspiring, hopeful, and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Wonder9Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy, mystery, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy, mystery, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Futuristic6Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
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.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Under the Mountain is an eight-part television series based on the novel of the same name written by Maurice Gee, first transmitted in 1981 and produced by Television New Zealand. Many of the minor roles in this series were played by people who were at the time well known performers in New Zealand.
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Is Under the Mountain worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Under the Mountain rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does Under the Mountain have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 8 episodes of about 29 minutes each.
When did Under the Mountain air?
S1
It ran from 1981 to 1981 and has ended.
What language is Under the Mountain in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in New Zealand.