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Please Be Normal
2015·Movie
·1h 29min·
Please Be Normal fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics9
- Melancholy8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
Some cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Satire & Parody4
World
Everyday modern life, family, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and growing up
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Victor is a struggling playwright and theater director and his girlfriend Mary is expecting their first child. He has a temporary job in construction to make ends meet, but the dusty, dirty job exhausts him. Across town, Mary is a manager in a tony Madison Avenue boutique. The young couple is about to move out of their bohemian apartment in Brooklyn to the suburbs, all funded by Mary's father. As Dad keeps buying buying them things they could never afford, Victor's sense of entrapment grows. His inner struggle to meet their expectations seems to be guiding him towards a way of life he is unwilling to accept.
Indie DramaClass ConflictComing of AgeBohemian LifeSuburban DreamsRelationship StrainExistential CrisisCharacter StudySocial Commentary
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Questions about Please Be Normal
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Is Please Be Normal worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 5.3 and Metacritic 90). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Please Be Normal?
1 h 29 min
Please Be Normal runs 1 h 29 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Please Be Normal?
Critics90
Audiences48
Not quite. Critics rate Please Be Normal higher (90) than audiences (48). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Please Be Normal in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Please Be Normal?
8
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