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Strong craft, striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Hopeful and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age9
- Hopefulness8
- Romance7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Situational Comedy4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Everyday modern life, growing up, and sports
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Handsome Devil is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-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.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, romantic, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, growing up, and sports
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, growing up, and sports. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports7Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Follow the crowd, or follow your heart?
A music-mad 16-year-old outcast at a rugby-mad boarding school forms an unlikely friendship with his dashing new roommate.
Coming-of-AgeIrish Boarding SchoolUnlikely FriendshipHomophobiaRugby CultureSocial CommentaryCharacter-DrivenHeartfeltRedemption
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Questions about Handsome Devil
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Handsome Devil worth watching?
72
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 83%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Handsome Devil rated?
Strong languageSexual content
Content advisories: strong language and sexual content.
How long is Handsome Devil?
1 h 35 min
Handsome Devil runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Handsome Devil?
Critics72
Audiences74
Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Handsome Devil much the same way.
What language is Handsome Devil in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Ireland.
In how many countries can I watch Handsome Devil?
15
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What tropes does Handsome Devil use?
Straight GaySerious BusinessAbusive ParentsAdvertised ExtraMissing MomRule of ThreeFraming DeviceGay Bar RevealLet Us Never Speak of This AgainLovable JockExpyBrilliant, but Lazyand 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for Handsome Devil, including Straight Gay, Serious Business, Abusive Parents.