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Tabloid!
1989·Movie
·1h 28min·NR·
Tabloid! fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia5
- Catharsis4
- Pathos3
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor8
- Absurdist Humor7
- Satire & Parody7
World
Pop culture and society
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Intrigue6
- Meta Narrative6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization6
- Cinematography5
Energy
HighScary and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Tabloid! is scary and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumPop culture and society
Its world is built around pop culture and society.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality4Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Fantasy6Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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T-T-T-TABLOIDS!
Aliens invade an aerobics class before the credits roll in this horror anthology spoof illustrating outrageous stories that could easily be found in a tabloid newspaper at your local grocery store checkout! The stories are: Baby Born With Full Beard, BBQ Of The Dead, and Killer Vacuum Destroys Town
Tabloid SpoofHorror AnthologyDarkly HumorousAbsurdist ComedyParodyCampyFast-PacedMeta-NarrativeGrotesque
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Is Tabloid! worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 5 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Tabloid! rated?
NRViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Tabloid!?
1 h 28 min
Tabloid! runs 1 h 28 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Tabloid!?
Critics100
Audiences58
Not quite. Critics rate Tabloid! higher (100) than audiences (58). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Tabloid! in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.