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Porky's
1981·Movie
Porky's fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Nostalgia6
- Hopefulness4
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy
- Physical Comedy8
- Situational Comedy7
- Cringe Humor7
World
Growing up and pop culture
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Dialogue Quality6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Porky's is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and situational comedy
Expect plenty of slapstick and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumGrowing up and pop culture
Its world is built around growing up and pop culture.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Keep an eye out for the funniest movie about growing up ever made!
In 1954 Florida, a group of high school boys head to a strip club in the Everglades in an attempt to lose their collective virginity. When the club's owner and his sheriff brother swindle them out of their money and embarrass them, the boys plan revenge.
1950s FloridaHigh School AnticsTeenage ComedyCrude HumorStrip ClubComing-of-AgeRevenge PlotSlapstick
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Questions about Porky's
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Porky's worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 34%, and Metacritic 40). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Porky's rated?
RNuditySexual contentStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and strong language.
How long is Porky's?
1 h 34 min
Porky's runs 1 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Porky's?
Critics37
Audiences61
Not quite. Audiences rate Porky's higher (61) than critics (37). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Porky's a box office hit?
Budget$4 million
Box office$160 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $160 million worldwide, 40.0 times its budget.
What language is Porky's in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
In how many countries can I watch Porky's?
43
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+29GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Porky's in 43 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Porky's use?
As Long as It Sounds ForeignPrecision F-StrikeHolding in LaughterShout-OutInformed JudaismWhat Happened to the Mouse?Protagonist-Centered MoralitySex as Rite-of-PassageActionized SequelAll Women Are LustfulIntimate MarksLust Makes You Dumband 50 more
TV Tropes lists 62 storytelling tropes for Porky's, including As Long as It Sounds Foreign, Precision F-Strike, Holding in Laughter.