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Birthday Girl fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics7
- Pathos6
- Romance5
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and cringe comedy
- Dark Humor8
- Cringe Humor7
- Situational Comedy6
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and family
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Birthday Girl is tense and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of dark humor and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and family.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Tech & Humanity5Human stories in a tech world.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories 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
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
Be careful what you wish for.
John is a mild-mannered banker who has never been lucky in love. Fed up with waiting for the right girl to come along, John takes a chance on a Russian mail-order bride arranged via the Internet, where he is introduced to Nadia. John's fondness for Nadia grows... until the sudden arrival of Nadia's gregarious cousins makes John realize that he's in over his head.
Dark Romantic ComedyCrime ThrillerUnlucky-in-Love StoryUnexpected ComplicationsFish-out-of-WaterTwisty PlotEngaging PerformancesSocial CommentaryBlack Humor
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Questions about Birthday Girl
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Birthday Girl worth watching?
55
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Birthday Girl rated?
RViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug use
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.
How long is Birthday Girl?
1 h 33 min
Birthday Girl runs 1 h 33 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Birthday Girl?
Critics55
Audiences55
Yes. Critics average 55 and audiences 55 out of 100, so both groups see Birthday Girl much the same way.
Was Birthday Girl a box office hit?
Budget$13 million
Box office$16 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $13 million to make and earned $16 million worldwide, 1.2 times its budget.
What language is Birthday Girl in?
EnglishRussian
It was made in English, with some Russian. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Birthday Girl?
47
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+33GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Birthday Girl in 47 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Birthday Girl use?
Safe, Sane, and ConsensualPorn StashGratuitous RussianChekhov's SkillGood Smoking, Evil SmokingMemento MacGuffinLanguage of LoveTrust-Building BlunderPrecision F-StrikeMail-Order BrideThe ConThe Revealand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Birthday Girl, including Safe, Sane, and Consensual, Porn Stash, Gratuitous Russian.