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Monkeybone
2001·Movie
·1h 33min·PG-13·
Monkeybone fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Tension6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder4
- Romance3
- Pathos3
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
- Absurdist Humor8
- Dark Humor7
- Physical Comedy6
World
Fantasy
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
- Cinematography6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Monkeybone is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- 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.
- Complexity6Layered 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
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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After a car crash sends repressed cartoonist Stu into a coma, he and the mischievous Monkeybone, his hilarious alter-ego, wake up in a wacked-out waystation for lost souls. When Monkeybone takes over Stu's body and escapes to wreak havoc on the real world, Stu has to find a way to stop him before his sister pulls the plug on reality forever!
Coma NightmareDark FantasyMixed MediaCartoon Alter-EgoSurreal HumorWacky AdventureIntrigueUncanny
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Questions about Monkeybone
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Monkeybone worth watching?
38
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100 (IMDb 4.9, Rotten Tomatoes 21%, and Metacritic 40). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Monkeybone rated?
PG-13Disturbing imagery
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Monkeybone?
1 h 33 min
Monkeybone runs 1 h 33 min.
Is Monkeybone based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a comic.
Do critics and audiences agree on Monkeybone?
Critics31
Audiences45
Not quite. Audiences rate Monkeybone higher (45) than critics (31). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Monkeybone a box office hit?
Budget$75 million
Box office$5 million
No. It cost about $75 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 7% of its budget.
What language is Monkeybone in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Monkeybone?
22
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What tropes does Monkeybone use?
Male GazeWhat Happened to the Mouse?CatchphraseFauns and SatyrsMind ScrewGainax EndingGrievous Harm with a BodyClassical MythologyLarge HamShow Within a ShowExpyKarma Houdiniand 52 more
TV Tropes lists 64 storytelling tropes for Monkeybone, including Male Gaze, What Happened to the Mouse?, Catchphrase.