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Shock Treatment
1981·Movie
Shock Treatment fingerprint
Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
- Spectacle5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Pathos5
- Romance4
Humor
Plenty of satire and cringe comedy
- Satire & Parody9
- Cringe Humor8
- Absurdist Humor8
World
Show business, pop culture, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout score
- Music Composition8
- Music Centrality8
- Editing7
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Shock Treatment is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of satire and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor8Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumShow business, pop culture, and society
Its world is built around show business, pop culture, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz10Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture10References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
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Brad and Janet Majors find their strained marriage put to the test on popular Denton TV show Marriage Maze. Poor Brad is heavily sedated and institutionalised, whilst Janet is given a radical makeover and primed for stardom. But what are the real motivations behind the kooky DTV crew and their enigmatic head-honcho, Farley Flavors?
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Questions about Shock Treatment
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Is Shock Treatment worth watching?
41
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 43%, and Metacritic 36). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Shock Treatment rated?
PGStrong languageSexual content
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.
How long is Shock Treatment?
1 h 34 min
Shock Treatment runs 1 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Shock Treatment?
Critics40
Audiences60
Not quite. Audiences rate Shock Treatment higher (60) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Shock Treatment in?
EnglishGermanLatin
It was made in English, with some German, Latin. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
What tropes does Shock Treatment use?
Obfuscating StupidityTears of JoyBit CharacterKinky SpankingOminous Multiple ScreensHonest John's DealershipWham LineStudio AudienceCrapsaccharine WorldStepford SuburbiaReal Life Writes the PlotInherently Funny Wordsand 169 more
TV Tropes lists 181 storytelling tropes for Shock Treatment, including Obfuscating Stupidity, Tears of Joy, Bit Character.