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Small Faces

1996·Movie
1h 48min·R
66
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High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Violent and tense

  • Violence8
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Pathos7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

History, growing up, and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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Three teenage brothers, gang-member Bobby, troubled mama's boy Alan and self-assured prankster Lex, reside in a downtrodden section of Glasgow, Scotland, circa 1968. But while Bobby and Alan are beginning to experience the power of raging hormones, the story focuses on Lex, who begins a downward spiral after he accidentally shoots the leader of Bobby's gang. Lex's cockiness and immaturity unfortunately prevent him from understanding the effect his subsequent crimes will have on both himself, and on those around him.
Gritty Social Realism1960s Glasgow GangsComing-of-Age TragedyBrotherhood & BetrayalYouth ViolenceLoss of InnocenceWorking-Class ScotlandComplex Family Dynamics

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Small Faces legally?

Small Faces is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Small Faces worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 60%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Small Faces rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Small Faces?

1 h 48 min

Small Faces runs 1 h 48 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Small Faces?

Critics60
Audiences78

Not quite. Audiences rate Small Faces higher (78) than critics (60). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Small Faces in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Small Faces?

6ATAUCADENZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Small Faces in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Small Faces use?

Affably EvilBattle CryGangbangersGlasgow KissKlingon PromotionImprovised WeaponWounded Gazelle GambitReal Men Wear PinkViolent Glaswegian

TV Tropes lists 9 storytelling tropes for Small Faces, including Affably Evil, Battle Cry, Gangbangers.