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Who's the Man?
1993·Movie
·1h 30min·R·
Who's the Man? fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Violence5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Nostalgia5
- Wholesome4
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Pop culture, everyday modern life, and crime
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Direction6
- Dialogue Quality6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
- Visual Stylization6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Who's the Man? is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, 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.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumPop culture, everyday modern life, and crime
Its world is built around pop culture, everyday modern life, and crime.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
The First Hip-Hop Whodunnit!
Ed Lover and Doctor Dre are two inept barbers. Deciding that maybe they ought to find another line of work, they join the police. A big mistake, as far as their duty sergeant, Sgt Cooper is concerned, who proceeds to harass them at every turn. Despite this, they discover a major crime, and proceed to solve it in their own unusual fashion.
90s Urban ComedyInept Police DuoPop Culture ParodyFish-Out-Of-WaterBroad HumorSilly AnticsStreet-SmartPredictable Plot
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Questions about Who's the Man?
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Who's the Man? worth watching?
55
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 56%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Who's the Man? rated?
RStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Who's the Man??
1 h 30 min
Who's the Man? runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Who's the Man??
Critics56
Audiences55
Yes. Critics average 56 and audiences 55 out of 100, so both groups see Who's the Man? much the same way.
Was Who's the Man? a box office hit?
Budget$4 million
Box office$11 million
Yes. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $11 million worldwide, 2.8 times its budget.
What language is Who's the Man? in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Who's the Man? use?
Alliterative NameAs ThemselvesBlasting It Out of Their HandsBoom, Headshot!The CameoTaglineDonut Mess with a CopScantron Picture
TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for Who's the Man?, including Alliterative Name, As Themselves, Blasting It Out of Their Hands.