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Taxi
2004·Movie
Taxi fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Breakneck and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace9
- Adrenaline7
- Spectacle7
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome4
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy7
- Physical Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
Crime and everyday modern life
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighBreakneck and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Taxi is breakneck, thrilling, and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos0Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy0Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowCrime and everyday modern life
Its world is built around crime and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace9Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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A mouthy and feisty taxicab driver has hot tips for a green and inept cop set on solving a string of New York City bank robberies committed by a quartet of female Brazilian bank robbers.
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Questions about Taxi
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Taxi worth watching?
33
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 33/100 (IMDb 4.6, Rotten Tomatoes 9%, and Metacritic 27). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Taxi rated?
PG-13ViolenceStrong language
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Taxi?
1 h 37 min
Taxi runs 1 h 37 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Taxi?
Critics18
Audiences46
Not quite. Audiences rate Taxi higher (46) than critics (18). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Taxi a box office hit?
Budget$25 million
Box office$71 million
Yes. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $71 million worldwide, 2.9 times its budget.
What language is Taxi in?
EnglishPortuguese
It was made in English, with some Portuguese. Produced in France, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Taxi?
85
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+71GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Taxi in 85 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Taxi use?
Actor AllusionThe Alleged CarArtistic License – PhysicsAutomobile OpeningBadass DriverBeat Them at Their Own GameButt-MonkeyThe CameoWrench WenchPolice Are UselessGirl-on-Girl is HotCultural Translationand 14 more
TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for Taxi, including Actor Allusion, The Alleged Car, Artistic License – Physics.