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Whisky Galore! fingerprint
Funny, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Hopeful and nostalgic
- Hopefulness8
- Nostalgia8
- Wholesome7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
History and a real life story
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Whisky Galore! is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumHopeful and nostalgic
Emotionally, it's hopeful, nostalgic, and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumHistory and a real life story
Its world is built around history and a real life story.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
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.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
Whisky Galore! is a 1949 British comedy film produced by Ealing Studios, starring Basil Radford, Bruce Seton, Joan Greenwood and Gordon Jackson. It was the directorial debut of Alexander Mackendrick; the screenplay was by Compton Mackenzie, an adaptation of his 1947 novel Whisky Galore, and Angus MacPhail. The story—based on a true event, the running aground of the SS Politician—concerns a shipwreck off a fictional Scottish island, the inhabitants of which have run out of whisky because of wartime rationing. The islanders find out the ship is carrying 50,000 cases of whisky, some of which they salvage, against the opposition of the local Customs and Excise men.
Scottish ComedyTrue StoryWWII EraIsland CommunityWhisky HeistCharming EccentricsGentle HumorNostalgicFeel-Good Movie
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Is Whisky Galore! worth watching?
85
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 96%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Whisky Galore!?
1 h 22 min
Whisky Galore! runs 1 h 22 min.
Is Whisky Galore! based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Whisky Galore!?
Critics96
Audiences78
Not quite. Critics rate Whisky Galore! higher (96) than audiences (78). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Whisky Galore! in?
EnglishScottish Gaelic
It was made in English, with some Scottish Gaelic. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Whisky Galore!?
14
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What tropes does Whisky Galore! use?
Compressed AdaptationSerious BusinessAdaptation Name ChangeCreator CameoTalent DoubleJerkass Has a PointStock FootageTitle DropNarratorThe Film of the BookCurse Cut ShortThe Dog Bites Backand 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Whisky Galore!, including Compressed Adaptation, Serious Business, Adaptation Name Change.