5.8
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Pure Luck
1991·Movie
·1h 36min·PG·
Pure Luck fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Tension5
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome5
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Cringe Humor6
World
Everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Pure Luck is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal 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.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Somewhere on the Mexican Riviera, a beautiful, rich heiress has gone missing. Only one man can find her. Unfortunately, they sent two.
The daughter of a wealthy businessman has disappeared in Mexico, and all the efforts to find her have been unsuccessful. A psychologist, knowing that the girl has an ultra bad luck, persuades her father to send to Mexico one of his employees, an accountant with super bad luck, to find her. Perhaps he will be lucky, and his bad luck could help to find the unlucky girl.
Slapstick ComedyGoofyLight-HeartedFamily-FriendlyBuddy AdventureFish-Out-of-WaterBad LuckPhysical Humor
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Questions about Pure Luck
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Pure Luck worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 5.8, Rotten Tomatoes 15%, and Metacritic 36). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pure Luck rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Pure Luck?
1 h 36 min
Pure Luck runs 1 h 36 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Pure Luck?
Critics26
Audiences60
Not quite. Audiences rate Pure Luck higher (60) than critics (26). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Pure Luck a box office hit?
Budget$17 million
Box office$25 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $17 million to make and earned $25 million worldwide, 1.5 times its budget.
What language is Pure Luck in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Pure Luck?
60
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+46GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pure Luck in 60 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Pure Luck use?
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TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for Pure Luck, including Apparently Powerless Puppetmaster, Trailers Always Spoil, Comically Missing the Point.