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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Moving and cathartic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics9
- Pathos8
- Catharsis8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Family, everyday modern life, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
I Can Do Bad All By Myself is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
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- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighMoving and cathartic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving, cathartic, and melancholic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumFamily, everyday modern life, and society
Its world is built around family, everyday modern life, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
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- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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Questions about I Can Do Bad All By Myself
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is I Can Do Bad All By Myself worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 4.8, Rotten Tomatoes 61%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is I Can Do Bad All By Myself rated?
PG-13Strong languageDrug use
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and drug use.
How long is I Can Do Bad All By Myself?
1 h 53 min
I Can Do Bad All By Myself runs 1 h 53 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on I Can Do Bad All By Myself?
Critics58
Audiences61
Yes. Critics average 58 and audiences 61 out of 100, so both groups see I Can Do Bad All By Myself much the same way.
Was I Can Do Bad All By Myself a box office hit?
Budget$19 million
Box office$52 million
Yes. It cost about $19 million to make and earned $52 million worldwide, 2.7 times its budget.
What language is I Can Do Bad All By Myself in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch I Can Do Bad All By Myself?
3
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for I Can Do Bad All By Myself in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does I Can Do Bad All By Myself use?
JerkassPolitically Incorrect VillainParental AbandonmentEarn Your Happy EndingMouthy KidNot a Morning PersonAddled AddictThe AlcoholicAdapted OutHate SinkAnnoying Younger SiblingBrutal Honestyand 20 more
TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for I Can Do Bad All By Myself, including Jerkass, Politically Incorrect Villain, Parental Abandonment.