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How to Rob a Bank
2024·Movie
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Thrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
- Hopefulness3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
World
Crime, mystery, and a real life story
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout storytelling
- Intrigue9
- Narrative Structure8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighThrilling and tense
Fast from start to finish.
How to Rob a Bank is thrilling, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and a real life story
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and a real life story.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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In this true-crime documentary, a charismatic rebel in 1990s Seattle pulls off an unprecedented string of bank robberies straight out of the movies.
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Questions about How to Rob a Bank
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Is How to Rob a Bank worth watching?
86
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is How to Rob a Bank rated?
RStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is How to Rob a Bank?
1 h 27 min
How to Rob a Bank runs 1 h 27 min.
Is How to Rob a Bank based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on How to Rob a Bank?
Critics100
Audiences74
Not quite. Critics rate How to Rob a Bank higher (100) than audiences (74). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is How to Rob a Bank in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch How to Rob a Bank?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for How to Rob a Bank in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does How to Rob a Bank use?
Bank RobberyBound and GaggedThe CaperInterrogation by VandalismLocked in a FreezerCaught Up in a RobberyShy BladderHostage SituationIn Medias ResThemed AliasesExpecting Someone TallerConvenient Misfireand 7 more
TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for How to Rob a Bank, including Bank Robbery, Bound and Gagged, The Caper.