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Monkey Business
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Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Adrenaline6
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Wholesome and hopeful
- Wholesome8
- Hopefulness8
- Romance7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy9
- Physical Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Monkey Business is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
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 Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh 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.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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Research chemist Barnaby Fulton works on a fountain of youth pill for a chemical company. One of the labs chimps gets loose in the laboratory and mixes chemicals, but then pours the mix into the water cooler. When trying one of his own samples, washed down with water from the cooler, Fulton begins to act just like a twenty-year-old and believes his potion is working. Soon his wife and boss are also behaving like children.
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Questions about Monkey Business
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Monkey Business worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 74%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Monkey Business?
1 h 37 min
Monkey Business runs 1 h 37 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Monkey Business?
Critics74
Audiences68
Yes. Critics average 74 and audiences 68 out of 100, so both groups see Monkey Business much the same way.
What language is Monkey Business in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Monkey Business?
40
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+26GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Monkey Business in 40 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Monkey Business use?
Farmer's DaughterWhat Happened to the Mouse?No Name GivenTough RoomNot So Above It AllThey Call Me MISTER Tibbs!The Family for the Whole FamilyHave a Gay Old TimeBlack-and-Gray MoralityJuggling Loaded GunsStrongly Worded LetterDeliberately Distressed Damseland 16 more
TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for Monkey Business, including Farmer's Daughter, What Happened to the Mouse?, No Name Given.