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Laughing Matters
2004·Movie
Laughing Matters fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle3
- Tension2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Wholesome5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Situational Comedy3
- Satire & Parody3
World
Everyday modern life, show business, and a real life story
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Laughing Matters is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, show business, and a real life story
Its world is built around everyday modern life, show business, and a real life story.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Four women who are lesbian comedians perform and, offstage, talk about their lives: parents and childhood, coming out, becoming comics, the arc of their careers, and its rewards. Marga Gómez is Cuban-Puerto Rican, from New York City. She mines cultural differences, her hobby horse, and National Coming Out Day. Kate Clinton, lapsed Catholic, gets laughs there and from the comedy of the sex act. Karen Williams, African-American from Berkeley, talks about aging and about the need to tell her story. Suzanne Westenhoefer inherits her grandfather's humor, and she jokes about Martha Stewart and airport security. Each is serious about the power of humor to reveal what's at her core.
Lesbian ComediansStand-Up PerformanceLGBTQ+ ExperiencesBiographical DocumentaryHumorous StorytellingComing Out StoriesSocial CommentaryEntertaining & Insightful
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Questions about Laughing Matters
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Laughing Matters worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Laughing Matters?
1 h 0 min
Laughing Matters runs 1 h 0 min.
Is Laughing Matters based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is Laughing Matters in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.