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Borough of Kings
2000·Movie
·1h 35min·
Borough of Kings fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Fast Pace6
- Violence6
Heart
Romantic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age8
- Romance7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Cringe Humor3
- Dark Humor3
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters and dialogue
- Character Depth9
- Dialogue Quality8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Sound Centrality6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's romantic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Showbiz5Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters and dialogue
The characters and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A young man must decide between a life on the streets and a career in the theater.
Toil and trouble. Jimmy, an aspiring actor, wants out of South Brooklyn where hoods run the show. Since the death of his firefighter father, Jimmy's family has been the guys at the station house and Tommy, a mobster who owns a gym where Jimmy works. Tommy encourages Jimmy's dreams, and Jimmy gets the part of Banquo in a Joseph Papps production of "Macbeth." He goes to tell Tommy the good news and walks in on a mob hit. Tommy protects him temporarily from Nunzio, a murderous Mamaluc, but soon the cops get word Jimmy knows something. Can Jimmy succeed as an actor, be a stand up guy for Tommy, avoid Nunzio, and get closer to Anna, a woman he falls for at the theater?
Indie Crime DramaComing-of-Age StoryUrban RealismMoral DilemmaAspiring ArtistMob EntanglementCharacter-DrivenTense & GrittyRomantic UndercurrentsSouth Brooklyn
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Is Borough of Kings worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Borough of Kings rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Borough of Kings?
1 h 35 min
Borough of Kings runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is Borough of Kings in?
English
It was made in English.