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The Garbage Pail Kids Movie
1987·Movie
The Garbage Pail Kids Movie fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Hopefulness3
- Coming of Age3
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and cringe comedy
- Physical Comedy8
- Cringe Humor7
- Absurdist Humor7
World
Pop culture
- World Immersion5
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction4
- Acting4
- Narrative Structure3
Style
Functional look and sound
- Visual Stylization7
- Editing5
- Cinematography4
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
The Garbage Pail Kids Movie is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of slapstick and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
World
LowPop culture
Its world is built around pop culture.
All world traits
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction4Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting4Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure3Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality3Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition3Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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Out of the garbage pail and into your heart!
Crude, grotesque, pint-sized aliens known as the Garbage Pail Kids® help a young boy exact revenge on his bullies and win the girl of his dreams.
Gross-Out ComedyCampy Cult ClassicPop-Culture ParodyGarbage Pail KidsPhysical SlapstickGrotesque Characters80s NostalgiaJuvenile Humor
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Questions about The Garbage Pail Kids Movie
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Is The Garbage Pail Kids Movie worth watching?
13
UnwatchableGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 14/100 (IMDb 2.7, Rotten Tomatoes 0%, and Metacritic 1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Garbage Pail Kids Movie rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is The Garbage Pail Kids Movie?
1 h 36 min
The Garbage Pail Kids Movie runs 1 h 36 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Garbage Pail Kids Movie?
Critics1
Audiences24
Not quite. Audiences rate The Garbage Pail Kids Movie higher (24) than critics (1). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was The Garbage Pail Kids Movie a box office hit?
Budget$1 million
Box office$2 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 1.6 times its budget.
What language is The Garbage Pail Kids Movie in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Garbage Pail Kids Movie use?
Sealed Evil in a CanCrapsack WorldWould Hurt a ChildReality Is UnrealisticAdam WestingShout-OutJerkassPotty FailureHitler Ate SugarWe were too lateAttractiveness DiscriminationBroken Pedestaland 11 more
TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for The Garbage Pail Kids Movie, including Sealed Evil in a Can, Crapsack World, Would Hurt a Child.