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Sweetie
1929·Movie
·1h 35min·
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Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Pathos5
- Hopefulness5
Humor
Some situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy4
World
Show business
- Dialogue Centrality6
- World Immersion5
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Direction5
- Narrative Structure5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality6
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowRomantic
Emotionally, it's romantic.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
LowShow business
Its world is built around show business.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Showbiz10Entertainment industry and performance.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
Chorus girl Barbara Pell (Nancy Carroll) inherits a school for boys, and uses her position to sabotage the football career of the boy who jilted her.
1920s ShowbizRomantic ComedyFootballChorus GirlSchool for BoysMusical ElementsClassic HollywoodLighthearted
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Questions about Sweetie
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Sweetie worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Metacritic 81). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Sweetie?
1 h 35 min
Sweetie runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Sweetie?
Critics81
Audiences67
Not quite. Critics rate Sweetie higher (81) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Sweetie in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Sweetie use?
Addled AddictAmbiguously GayAnxiety DreamsBecause Destiny Says SoBittersweet EndingBlack-and-Grey MoralityCringe ComedyThe CutieSibling RivalryThe Thing That Would Not LeaveLook Behind YouSibling Yin-Yangand 18 more
TV Tropes lists 30 storytelling tropes for Sweetie, including Addled Addict, Ambiguously Gay, Anxiety Dreams.