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Bringing Up Father
1928·Movie
·1h 10min·
Bringing Up Father fingerprint
Funny, striking style.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Nostalgic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics9
- Nostalgia7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy9
- Physical Comedy8
- Cringe Humor7
World
Family, history, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Bringing Up Father is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumNostalgic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFamily, history, and society
Its world is built around family, history, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
The Famous Comic Strip Come to Life.
The wealthy Jiggs is tired of being left out of the swanky parties thrown by his social-climbing wife Maggie and their daughter. He decides to teach them a "lesson" by faking his own suicide, but things don't quite turn out the way he planned.
Silent ComedyDomestic FarceClass AspirationsFamily HijinksSlapstick HumorHistorical CinemaComedic MisadventureSocial SatirePrank Gone Awry
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Is Bringing Up Father worth watching?
43
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Bringing Up Father?
1 h 10 min
Bringing Up Father runs 1 h 10 min.
What language is Bringing Up Father in?
Englishxx
It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in United States.