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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Nostalgic and wholesome
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics9
- Nostalgia8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
Some sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Situational Comedy5
- Physical Comedy3
World
Family, history, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Crooklyn is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighNostalgic and wholesome
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic, wholesome, and moving. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumFamily, history, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around family, history, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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A new look at the old neighborhood.
From Spike Lee comes this vibrant semi-autobiographical portrait of a school-teacher, her stubborn jazz-musician husband and their five kids living in '70s Brooklyn.
Semi-AutobiographicalFamily DramaComing-of-Age1970s BrooklynSocial CommentaryVibrant & NostalgicJazz MusicCommunity Life
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Questions about Crooklyn
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Is Crooklyn worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 79%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Crooklyn rated?
PG-13Strong language
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Crooklyn?
1 h 54 min
Crooklyn runs 1 h 54 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Crooklyn?
Critics72
Audiences76
Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see Crooklyn much the same way.
Was Crooklyn a box office hit?
Budget$14 million
Box office$14 million
No. It cost about $14 million to make and earned $14 million worldwide, 97% of its budget.
What language is Crooklyn in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Crooklyn?
19
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What tropes does Crooklyn use?
Precision F-StrikeMr. MuffykinsLighter and SofterHappily AdoptedThose Two GuysGender-Blender NameFoolish Husband, Responsible WifeTalk to the FistMissing the Good StuffTomboyish NameThe StonerSlap-Slap-Kissand 23 more
TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for Crooklyn, including Precision F-Strike, Mr. Muffykins, Lighter and Softer.