6.5
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Scoop!
2016·Movie
·1h 59min·
Scoop! fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline5
- Tension5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Coming of Age5
- Romance4
Humor
Some sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Situational Comedy5
- Satire & Parody5
World
Everyday modern life, mystery, and pop culture
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Scoop! is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, mystery, and pop culture
Its world is built around everyday modern life, mystery, and pop culture.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Get a big scoop or die. Target, focus and shoot!
Shizuoka Miyakonojo is a middle-aged paparazzi photographer. His skills as a cameraman are good, but he gambles and is in debt. When he worked in the editorial department for weekly picture magazine 'Scoop!,' he landed numerous scoops. He now works as a freelance photographer and chases after celebrity scandals. Shizuoka Miyakonojo works with Nobi Namekawa. She is a rookie reporter for 'Scoop!' and they land a scoop.
PaparazziScandalShowbizMysteryIntrigueCynicalContemporary RealismCrimeSatire
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Scoop!
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Scoop! worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 41%, and Metacritic 48). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Scoop! rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is Scoop!?
1 h 59 min
Scoop! runs 1 h 59 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Scoop!?
Critics45
Audiences57
Not quite. Audiences rate Scoop! higher (57) than critics (45). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Scoop! in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch Scoop!?
2
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What tropes does Scoop! use?
All Part of the ShowAristocrats Are EvilShirtless SceneBookendsAnd Then John Was a ZombieForeshadowingSerial KillerBlackmail BackfireBait-and-Switch CommentHe Knows Too MuchHeroic SeductressCriminally Attractiveand 15 more
TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Scoop!, including All Part of the Show, Aristocrats Are Evil, Shirtless Scene.