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Adopted
2009·Movie
·1h 20min·
Adopted fingerprint
Funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension4
- Spectacle2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Family Dynamics4
- Pathos3
- Catharsis3
Humor
Plenty of satire and cringe comedy
- Satire & Parody9
- Cringe Humor8
- Absurdist Humor7
World
Pop culture, society, and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty6
- World Immersion5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
- Dialogue Quality6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition4
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Adopted is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of satire and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor8Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumPop culture, society, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around pop culture, society, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Pop Culture9References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
For hundreds of years, Africa has existed in a state of despair. Famine, civil wars and rampant disease have left the continent without hope, but for the efforts of Western do-gooders. At first, they arrived with food, bibles and the magic of penicillin; more recently they have hosted rock concerts and sent plane loads of grain. And in the last decade of the 20th century they arrived and took babies home with them. First there was Angelina, then Madonna, and now...Pauly Shore! The film builds its comedy foundation on the international interest in Celebrity Adoptions, and the debate that surrounds these transactions on both sides of the Atlantic. Sometimes politically incorrect and never scared to tread on manicured toes.
Satirical MockumentaryCelebrity Culture CritiquePolitically Incorrect ComedyAfrican Aid ParodySocial CommentaryCringe HumorTaboo-BreakingPauly Shore VehicleInternational Adoption
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Questions about Adopted
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Is Adopted worth watching?
43
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 4.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Adopted rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Adopted?
1 h 20 min
Adopted runs 1 h 20 min.
What language is Adopted in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.