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The Mysteries of Pittsburgh

2008·Movie
1h 35min·R
34
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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Violence3

Heart

Nostalgic and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Nostalgia8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History, growing up, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Sometimes life leads you to the most mysterious places.

Based on Michael Chabon's novel, the film chronicles the defining summer of a recent college graduate who crosses his gangster father and explores love, sexuality, and the enigmas surrounding his life and his city.
Literary AdaptationJewish IdentityComing-of-Age DramaPost-War SuburbiaCrime Thriller ElementsNostalgic AtmosphereFamily SecretsIntimate Character Study

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Mysteries of Pittsburgh legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Mysteries of Pittsburgh worth watching?

34
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 34/100 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes 12%, and Metacritic 38). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Mysteries of Pittsburgh rated?

RViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.

How long is The Mysteries of Pittsburgh?

1 h 35 min

The Mysteries of Pittsburgh runs 1 h 35 min.

Is The Mysteries of Pittsburgh based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Mysteries of Pittsburgh?

Critics25
Audiences44

Not quite. Audiences rate The Mysteries of Pittsburgh higher (44) than critics (25). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Mysteries of Pittsburgh in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Mysteries of Pittsburgh?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Mysteries of Pittsburgh in 14 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Mysteries of Pittsburgh use?

Closet KeyEnding Memorial ServiceLove TriangleThe MafiaMeaningful FuneralMissing Mom"Well Done, Son" Guy

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for The Mysteries of Pittsburgh, including Closet Key, Ending Memorial Service, Love Triangle.