7.7
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Billy Shakespeare
2014·Movie
·1h 43min·
Billy Shakespeare fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline4
- Tension3
Heart
Romantic and hopeful
- Romance7
- Hopefulness7
- Pathos5
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Satire & Parody7
World
Show business and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Acting7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Billy Shakespeare is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumRomantic and hopeful
Emotionally, it's romantic and hopeful.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumShow business and everyday modern life
Its world is built around show business and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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About
What if William Shakespeare never existed... until now. Our Modern Bard is caught in a love triangle of confused sexuality, cross dressing, mistaken identity, and bedroom trysts. Does Shakespeare love his lusty best friend, Wilma Hartford, who's also a drag queen, or his lovely long-time girlfriend Anne Hathaway. This battle to understand Shakespeare's true heart is a comic romp. All the while, Shakespeare peddles his screenplays in Hollywood. Renaissance and modern sensibilities clash when an all-male stage version of Macbeth and the misogynistic low-budget film "The Taming of the Shrew" open simultaneously. The combustion makes "The Bard," played by comedic genius Jason D. Johnson, the most controversial screenwriter in Hollywood.
Shakespearean ComedyModern Bard SatireHollywood ShowbizLove TriangleCross-dressingMistaken IdentityComic RompRenaissance vs. ModernScreenplay Parody
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Is Billy Shakespeare worth watching?
43
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Billy Shakespeare rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is Billy Shakespeare?
1 h 43 min
Billy Shakespeare runs 1 h 43 min.
What language is Billy Shakespeare in?
English
It was made in English.