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Mortuary Academy
1988·Movie
·1h 27min·R·
Mortuary Academy fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Tension5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia5
- Melancholy3
- Hopefulness3
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy
- Physical Comedy8
- Situational Comedy7
- Absurdist Humor7
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty5
- World Immersion4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting5
- Narrative Structure5
- Dialogue Quality5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization5
- Cinematography4
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Mortuary Academy is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
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.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
LowKept in the background
The world stays in the background.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion4Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism5Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction4Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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You're Dead. They're Delighted.
"Police Academy" clone, about some nerds who inherit an academy for morticians, which is run by a corrupt closet necropheliac. Of course, the most incompetent students possible are accepted, so that the academy will fail, and all sorts of wacky hijinks ensue.
Black ComedyMortician SchoolSlapstick HumorGross-Out GagsParody FilmWacky AnticsOver-the-Top Characters80s Throwback
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Is Mortuary Academy worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 4.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mortuary Academy rated?
RStrong languageDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and disturbing imagery.
How long is Mortuary Academy?
1 h 27 min
Mortuary Academy runs 1 h 27 min.
What language is Mortuary Academy in?
EnglishSpanishGerman
It was made in English, with some Spanish, German. Produced in United States.