5.9
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Pulp fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Violence4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some dark humor and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody5
World
Crime, mystery, and show business
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and show business
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and show business.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
Write it. Live it. But try not to be it.
A seedy writer of sleazy pulp novels is recruited by a quirky, reclusive ex-actor to help him write his biography at his house in Malta.
Crime SatirePulp Fiction HomageShowbiz ParodyDarkly HumorousCharacter-DrivenMystery PlotExploitation FilmMalta Setting
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Questions about Pulp
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Pulp worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 5.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 77%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pulp rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Pulp?
1 h 35 min
Pulp runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Pulp?
Critics77
Audiences49
Not quite. Critics rate Pulp higher (77) than audiences (49). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Pulp in?
EnglishGermanItalian
It was made in English, with some German, Italian. Produced in United Kingdom.