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Fever Pitch
1985·Movie
Fever Pitch fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Romance4
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Fever Pitch is tense and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Sports5Competition, training, and teamwork.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
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.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Everybody's doing it.
An investigative journalist gets hooked on the subject of his exposé, organized gambling.
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Questions about Fever Pitch
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Fever Pitch worth watching?
26
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 27/100 (IMDb 4.1 and Metacritic 25). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Fever Pitch rated?
Strong languageDrug use
Content advisories: strong language and drug use.
How long is Fever Pitch?
1 h 36 min
Fever Pitch runs 1 h 36 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Fever Pitch?
Critics25
Audiences41
Not quite. Audiences rate Fever Pitch higher (41) than critics (25). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Fever Pitch in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Fever Pitch use?
Author AvatarBut We Used a Condom!Very Loosely Based on a True StoryBunny-Ears LawyerCharacter ExaggerationForeign RemakeSports WidowReal Life Writes the PlotSkewed PrioritiesHeel RealizationComing of Age StoryGoofy Print Underwearand 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Fever Pitch, including Author Avatar, But We Used a Condom!, Very Loosely Based on a True Story.