5.5
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Volunteers
1985·Movie
Volunteers fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Wholesome6
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Satire & Parody7
World
Everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Volunteers is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
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.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare5Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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Ready or not, here they come.
After graduating from Yale in 1962, womanizing Lawrence flees a gambling debt that his rich dad won't pay and takes his roomie's place as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Thai Golden Triangle with two other PCVs. Will he survive two years?
Peace Corps Comedy1980s SlapstickFish-Out-Of-WaterPolitical SatireGood-Natured HumorCross-Cultural ClashCharacter-DrivenNostalgicSituational Comedy
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Questions about Volunteers
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Is Volunteers worth watching?
55
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Volunteers rated?
R
It's rated R in the United States.
How long is Volunteers?
1 h 47 min
Volunteers runs 1 h 47 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Volunteers?
Critics61
Audiences48
Not quite. Critics rate Volunteers higher (61) than audiences (48). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Volunteers a box office hit?
Budget$10 million
Box office$20 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $10 million to make and earned $20 million worldwide, 2.0 times its budget.
What language is Volunteers in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Volunteers?
3
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Volunteers in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Volunteers use?
Alliterative NameAnachronism StewBrainwashed and CrazyCovert Group with Mundane FrontFun with SubtitlesHoliday in CambodiaHomageNot Even Bothering with the AccentGilligan CutRed ChinaThe '60sIvy League for Everyoneand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Volunteers, including Alliterative Name, Anachronism Stew, Brainwashed and Crazy.