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Sudden Manhattan
1996·Movie
·1h 20min·
Sudden Manhattan fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension4
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos5
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
- Absurdist Humor8
- Situational Comedy6
- Cringe Humor6
World
Everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
- Cinematography5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Sudden Manhattan is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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An offbeat, dark comedy about a New York girl in trouble.
Twenty-something Donna is jobless, single and broke. On a fateful day, reality turns itself upside down, and she is suddenly faced with one absurdity after another.
Absurdist ComedyIndie DramedySurreal Urban TaleQuirky ProtagonistExistential HumorContemporary Slice-of-LifeReality-BendingCharacter-DrivenUnconventional Narrative
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sudden Manhattan worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 67%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Sudden Manhattan rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Sudden Manhattan?
1 h 20 min
Sudden Manhattan runs 1 h 20 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Sudden Manhattan?
Critics67
Audiences56
Not quite. Critics rate Sudden Manhattan higher (67) than audiences (56). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Sudden Manhattan in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.