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Merkin Penal
2014·Movie
Merkin Penal fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy4
- Family Dynamics4
- Romance3
Humor
Plenty of cringe comedy and dark humor
- Cringe Humor8
- Dark Humor8
- Situational Comedy7
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and class and money
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty5
- World Immersion4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
- Dialogue Quality6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition4
Energy
HighFast-paced and violent
Fast from start to finish.
Merkin Penal is fast-paced and violent.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of cringe comedy and dark humor
Expect plenty of cringe comedy and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor8Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
LowEveryday modern life, crime, and class and money
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and class and money.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion4Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered 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.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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It's like HBO's "OZ" ...but even funnier.
Gary is falsely accused of beating his insane ex-girlfriend Charlotte, and he is sentenced to 30 days in Merkin Penal, a privately run prison. Once behind bars he runs into his old friend Smitty, who's in the 2nd year of his 9 month stay, due to a run in with the TSA. Smitty is "insane Charlotte's" older brother. Smitty and Gary met while Gary and Charlotte were an item. They are forever bonded together by their shared celebration of hatred for Charlotte. After a First Class, welcoming tour of the prison via Smitty, and a run-in with Emmett O'Donald, from upper Prison Management, Gary realizes his original sentence of 30 days was all Bulls@!t. He may never get out.
Prison ComedyDark SatireCringe HumorExploitationCritique of Private PrisonsEccentric CharactersViolentMiscarriage of JusticeBlack Comedy
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Is Merkin Penal worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Merkin Penal rated?
NRStrong languageSexual contentViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, sexual content, and violence.
How long is Merkin Penal?
0 h 24 min
Merkin Penal runs 0 h 24 min.
What language is Merkin Penal in?
English
It was made in English.