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The Shrimp on the Barbie

1990·Movie
1h 30min·PG-13
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Rotten Tomatoes–41%
IMDb5.6Rotten Tomatoes–41%

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Funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline4
  • Tension4

Heart

Romantic

  • Romance7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Wholesome4

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Physical Comedy5

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Dialogue Quality6
  • Direction5
  • Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography5
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

She's an ice-cool heiress. He's hot-to-trot. It's Desire Down Under!

Carlos has failed in show-biz and currently works as a waiter in a Mexican restaurant. There he meets Alex and dumb footballer Bruce celebrating their engagement with her parents. Alex' father is less than thrilled of her fiancée and says he'd rather accept anybody else. Eventually Alex hires Carlos to present him as her new fiancée.
Romantic ComedyMistaken IdentityShowbiz SatireClass ConflictSituational HumorQuirky CharactersLighthearted EntertainmentAustralian Setting

Crew

Directed by:
Alan Smithee, Michael Gottlieb, Chris Short
Written by:
Ronald E. House, Alan Shearman, Grant Morris
Produced by:
Caroline Bonham, Jerry Offsay, R. Ben Efraim
Composed by:
Clancy T. Troutman, Zane D. Bruce, Robert L. Harman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Shrimp on the Barbie

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Where can I stream The Shrimp on the Barbie legally?

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The Shrimp on the Barbie is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Eternal Family, and Cultpix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Shrimp on the Barbie worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Shrimp on the Barbie rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is The Shrimp on the Barbie?

1 h 30 min

The Shrimp on the Barbie runs 1 h 30 min.

What language is The Shrimp on the Barbie in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Shrimp on the Barbie?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Shrimp on the Barbie in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Shrimp on the Barbie use?

Fiction 500Dating What Daddy HatesBreaking the Fourth WallTaglineMarket-Based TitleIntimate Hair Brushing

TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for The Shrimp on the Barbie, including Fiction 500, Dating What Daddy Hates, Breaking the Fourth Wall.