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Tricky People
1998·Movie
·39min·NR·
Tricky People fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos4
- Family Dynamics4
- Wholesome3
Humor
Some satire and cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Cringe Humor6
- Dark Humor5
World
Society, everyday modern life, and mystery
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
- Visual Stylization5
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome satire and cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumSociety, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
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About
Safety rules from Yello Dyno
The PSA is based on Jan Wagner's book "Raising Safe Kids in an Unsafe World" and features an introduction by Wagner and the PSA's mascot character Yello Dyno. The story of the PSA centers on a girl named Lyric who falls prey to professional "tricky person" Reginald Charming. The PSA prides itself on its "startling and accurate" portrayal of tricky people and was created to educate its viewers on recognizing the traits of a tricky person.
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Questions about Tricky People
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Tricky People worth watching?
59
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Tricky People rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Tricky People?
0 h 39 min
Tricky People runs 0 h 39 min.
What language is Tricky People in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Tricky People use?
Mood WhiplashNumber Two for BrainsCool ShadesPublic Service AnnouncementEpic FailNo Celebrities Were HarmedThe DragonInnocence LostVile Villain, Laughable LackeyPapa WolfRimshotFaux Affably Eviland 33 more
TV Tropes lists 45 storytelling tropes for Tricky People, including Mood Whiplash, Number Two for Brains, Cool Shades.