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Joe's Apartment
1996·Movie
Joe's Apartment fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Wonder5
- Nostalgia4
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and situational comedy
- Absurdist Humor8
- Situational Comedy6
- Physical Comedy6
World
Everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Dialogue Quality6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Music Centrality7
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Joe's Apartment is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
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.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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Sex, Bugs, and Rock 'n Roll.
A nice guy has just moved to New York and discovers that he must share his run-down apartment with a couple thousand singing, dancing cockroaches.
Singing CockroachesAbsurdist ComedyGross-Out HumorMusical90s NostalgiaNew York CityLow-BudgetCult Classic
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Questions about Joe's Apartment
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Is Joe's Apartment worth watching?
36
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 5.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 21%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Joe's Apartment rated?
PG-13
It's rated PG-13 in the United States.
How long is Joe's Apartment?
1 h 21 min
Joe's Apartment runs 1 h 21 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Joe's Apartment?
Critics21
Audiences49
Not quite. Audiences rate Joe's Apartment higher (49) than critics (21). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Joe's Apartment a box office hit?
Budget$13 million
Box office$5 million
No. It cost about $13 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 35% of its budget.
What language is Joe's Apartment in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Joe's Apartment?
38
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+24GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Joe's Apartment in 38 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Joe's Apartment use?
Big Rotten AppleFun with AcronymsCreepy CockroachWelcome to the Big CityFriend to BugsTime-Compression MontageThe Dog Bites BackNo Animals Were HarmedHe Knows Too MuchI Need a Freaking DrinkTalking AnimalFunny Background Eventand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Joe's Apartment, including Big Rotten Apple, Fun with Acronyms, Creepy Cockroach.