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Heavy Traffic
1973·Movie
·1h 16min·NC-17·
Heavy Traffic fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Violence5
- Tension4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Family Dynamics5
- Romance4
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
- Dark Humor9
- Absurdist Humor8
- Satire & Parody8
World
Society, everyday modern life, and pop culture
- Novelty9
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality7
- Character Depth7
Style
Standout visual style and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Heavy Traffic is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of dark humor and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighSociety, everyday modern life, and pop culture
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and pop culture.
All world traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout visual style and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Centrality7Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
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About
More Spice from the makers of Fritz the Cat!
A white dropout struggles to become a cartoonist and filmmaker, drawing inspiration from the harsh, gritty world around him. Still sharing his rundown apartment with his middle-aged parents, an oafish slob of an Italian father and a ditzy nutcase of a Jewish mother, he's ridiculed and looked down upon by his friends, hypocrites who run with violent gangs and the Italian Mafia, and a shallow Black girl who makes her living downtown with the pimps and pushers. The cartoonist gets a chance to pitch a film idea to a movie mogul, but the story proves too outrageous: a far-future Earth, depleted by war and pollution, where a mutant antihero challenges and kills God.
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Questions about Heavy Traffic
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Heavy Traffic worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 88%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Heavy Traffic rated?
NC-17NuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug useViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated NC-17 in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, strong language, drug use, violence, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Heavy Traffic?
1 h 16 min
Heavy Traffic runs 1 h 16 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Heavy Traffic?
Critics88
Audiences70
Not quite. Critics rate Heavy Traffic higher (88) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Heavy Traffic a box office hit?
Budget$950,000
Box office$2 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $950,000 to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 1.6 times its budget.
What language is Heavy Traffic in?
EnglishItalianYiddish
It was made in English, with some Italian, Yiddish. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Heavy Traffic?
29
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+15GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Heavy Traffic in 29 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Heavy Traffic use?
Toxic Friend InfluenceTake That!Soundtrack DissonanceFan DisserviceStreetwalkerThe Big Rotten AppleMeaningful NameStripperificAx-CrazyHandicapped BadassGeneration XeroxOh, Crap!and 40 more
TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for Heavy Traffic, including Toxic Friend Influence, Take That!, Soundtrack Dissonance.