6.9
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East Is East fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Nostalgic and moving
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics9
- Nostalgia8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
Some situational comedy and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy7
- Satire & Parody6
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Family, growing up, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighNostalgic and moving
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, moving, and cathartic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and satire.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily, growing up, and society
Its world is built around family, growing up, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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About
A comedy of families, a chip shop... and a very randy dog.
In 1971 Salford fish-and-chip shop owner George Khan expects his family to follow his strict Pakistani Muslim ways. But his children, with an English mother and having been born and brought up in Britain, increasingly see themselves as British and start to reject their father's rules on dress, food, religion, and living in general.
Culture ClashFamily ConflictBritish Pakistani1970s EnglandComing of AgeSocial SatireIntergenerationalIdentity Crisisarranged marriage
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Questions about East Is East
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is East Is East worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 74). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is East Is East rated?
RStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is East Is East?
1 h 37 min
East Is East runs 1 h 37 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on East Is East?
Critics76
Audiences70
Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 70 out of 100, so both groups see East Is East much the same way.
Was East Is East a box office hit?
Budget$4 million
Box office$28 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $28 million worldwide, 7.4 times its budget.
What language is East Is East in?
EnglishRussianHindiUrdu
It was made in English, with some Russian, Hindi, Urdu. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch East Is East?
24
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What tropes does East Is East use?
Cool CarHumiliation CongaStop Being StereotypicalNothing but HitsArranged MarriageIronyCircumcision AngstThis Is My Name on ForeignHair-Trigger TemperStar-Crossed LoversThe '70sBerserk Buttonand 14 more
TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for East Is East, including Cool Car, Humiliation Conga, Stop Being Stereotypical.