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Jailbait!
2000·Movie
·1h 34min·R·
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Light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Coming of Age6
- Melancholy5
- Romance4
Humor
Some cringe comedy and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor6
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and society
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome cringe comedy and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some cringe comedy and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and society
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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A comedy about getting off ... with probation.
A popular high school senior gets accused of statutory rape after he impregnates a tawdry sophomore girl.
Controversial ThemesStatutory Rape AccusationComing-of-Age DramaPsychological TensionSocial CommentaryErotic UndertonesLegal DramaCharacter-Driven Narrative
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Questions about Jailbait!
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Jailbait! worth watching?
45
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 4.6, Rotten Tomatoes 17%, and Metacritic 41). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Jailbait! rated?
RSexual contentStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.
How long is Jailbait!?
1 h 34 min
Jailbait! runs 1 h 34 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Jailbait!?
Critics29
Audiences48
Not quite. Audiences rate Jailbait! higher (48) than critics (29). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Jailbait! in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Jailbait! use?
Magic Plastic SurgeryHave a Gay Old TimeMissing MomIntrepid ReporterAlways NightBlackfaceDark MistressOnly a Flesh WoundBook Safe
TV Tropes lists 9 storytelling tropes for Jailbait!, including Magic Plastic Surgery, Have a Gay Old Time, Missing Mom.