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Human Traffic

1999·Movie
1h 40min·R

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Human Traffic fingerprint

High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness5
  • Coming of Age5
  • Catharsis4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Satire & Parody4

World

Everyday modern life and pop culture

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

The weekend has landed.

For Jip, Lulu, Koop, Nina, and Moff, the dead-end jobs they endure during the week just kill the time until Friday night. That's when they cut very loose and get on the rollercoaster ride that takes them right through to Monday morning.
90s Rave CultureDrug-Fueled WeekendComing-of-AgeBritishEnergetic & ChaoticPop CultureElectronic MusicFriendship

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Human Traffic

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Human Traffic legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Human Traffic worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Human Traffic rated?

RNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.

How long is Human Traffic?

1 h 40 min

Human Traffic runs 1 h 40 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Human Traffic?

Critics56
Audiences72

Not quite. Audiences rate Human Traffic higher (72) than critics (56). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Human Traffic a box office hit?

Budget$600,000
Box office$4 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $600,000 to make and earned $4 million worldwide, 6.7 times its budget.

What language is Human Traffic in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, Ireland.

In how many countries can I watch Human Traffic?

10AUCAGBGGGIIELUMTNZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Human Traffic in 10 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Human Traffic use?

Artistic TitleBavarian Fire DrillBeta CoupleBinge MontageThe CameoThe Loins Sleep TonightVisual PunSpiritual AntithesisRelationship UpgradeTake This Job and Shove It

TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Human Traffic, including Artistic Title, Bavarian Fire Drill, Beta Couple.