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The Chickening
2015·Movie
·5min·NR·
The Chickening fingerprint
Very funny, stunning style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Fast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle7
- Scare6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder4
- Melancholy3
- Pathos2
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor10
- Satire & Parody10
- Dark Humor8
World
Kept in the background
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty10
- Rewatchability9
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction9
- Meta Narrative8
- Acting6
Style
Standout visual style, sound design, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization10
- Sound Centrality10
- Editing9
Energy
HighFast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
The Chickening is fast-paced and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness0Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
Very highPlenty of absurdist humor and satire
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor10Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody10Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighKept in the background
Holds up on a rewatch.
It holds up on a rewatch. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability9Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality0Stories driven by conversation.
Related traits
- Surrealism9Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Meta Narrative8Stories about storytelling.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality2Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
Very highStandout visual style, sound design, and editing
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style, sound design, and editing stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization10Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality10Sound design as core element.
- Editing9Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
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About
It’s hard for a boy not to get excited when his dad gets a new job as Senior Chief Night Manager at Charbay’s Chicken World and Restaurant Resort, the world’s largest fast-food entertainment complex in North America. But things quickly get very, very clucked.
Absurdist ParodyExperimental Short FilmCult ComedyUncanny ValleyVisually DrivenAuditory ExperienceDark SatireHomage & DeconstructionSurreal Humor
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Is The Chickening worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Chickening rated?
NRDisturbing imagery
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is The Chickening?
0 h 5 min
The Chickening runs 0 h 5 min.
What language is The Chickening in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.