
Up in the Air
The story of a man ready to make a connection.
Directed by Jason Reitman
Produced by Paramount Pictures, DreamWorks Pictures
A character-driven romance about a perpetually rootless man confronting the emptiness of his transient lifestyle when genuine human connection becomes possible.
Corporate downsizing expert Ryan Bingham spends his life in planes, airports, and hotels, but just as he’s about to reach a milestone of ten million frequent flyer miles, he meets a woman who causes him to rethink his transient life.
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Is Up in the Air violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is Up in the Air scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is Up in the Air sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is Up in the Air easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Does Up in the Air end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































