Dating the Enemy

Name: Dating the Enemy
Genre: Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
Released: 1996-09-19
Duration: 1 h 44 min
Cast: Guy Pearce, Claudia Karvan, Matt Day, Lisa Hensley, Pippa Grandison

1996·Movie

·1h 44min·PG-13·

Comedy

DecentGoodWatch score

6.4

6.4

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Funny, strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Fast Pace6
Adrenaline5
Tension3

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

Romance8
Hopefulness8
Family Dynamics8

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

Situational Comedy9
Wit & Wordplay7
Physical Comedy6

World

Everyday modern life and family

Dialogue Centrality8
World Immersion7
Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Direction7
Acting7
Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography6
Editing6
Music Composition6

Energy

Medium

Calm and low-key

Dating the Enemy is calm and low-intensity.

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Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.

Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare0Frightening moments and scares.

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Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.

Heart

Medium

Romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

Emotionally, it's romantic, hopeful, and wholesome. Much of it is about family.

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All heart traits

Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.

Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.

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Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Humor

High

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.

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All humor traits

Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.

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Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life and family

Its world is built around everyday modern life and family.

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Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.

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Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.

Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.

Craft

High

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.

Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.

Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.

Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.

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Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

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About

A cheeky romantic comedy.

Television show host Brett and his laid-back science journalist girlfriend Tash despair that they will ever truly understand each other. On their first anniversary, under a full moon, a frustrated Tash declares her wish that they could swap lives. The next morning, Brett and Tash awaken to find Tash's wish has come true. Forced to confront the unfamiliar sensations of their "new" bodies, both must navigate strange new experiences with friends and co-workers.

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Actors

Guy Pearce

Brett

Claudia Karvan

Tash

Matt Day

Rob

Lisa Hensley

Laetitia

Pippa Grandison

Colette

John Howard

Davis

Scott Lowe

Harrison

Christine Anu

The Singer

Arthur Dignam

Dr. Kamins

Anja Coleby

Karen Zader

Mel Kounnas

Waitress At Local Cafe

Kellie Crawford

Make-Up Artist

Stuart Campbell

TV Week Photographer

John Tarrant

Floor Manager

Simmone Mackinnon

Director's Assistant

Aku Kadogo

Afro Aerobics Teacher

Crew

Directed by:

Megan Simpson Huberman

Written by:

Megan Simpson Huberman

Produced by:

Sue Milliken, Susie Maizels, Heather Ogilvie

Composed by:

David Hirschfelder

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No sequels or prequels available

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Is Dating the Enemy worth watching?

DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dating the Enemy rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Dating the Enemy?

1 h 44 min

Dating the Enemy runs 1 h 44 min.

What language is Dating the Enemy in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia.

In how many countries can I watch Dating the Enemy?

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dating the Enemy in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Dating the Enemy use?

Acquired Situational NarcissismBeta Couple…But He Sounds HandsomeDouble Standard: Rape, Sci-FiFor Science!Intrepid ReporterOpposites AttractThis Is RealityWimp Fight"Freaky Friday" FlipStrip PokerIn Another Man's Shoesand 3 more

TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Dating the Enemy, including Acquired Situational Narcissism, Beta Couple, …But He Sounds Handsome.

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