Human Nature

2001·Movie
1h 36min·R
62
DecentGoodWatch score

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Human Nature fingerprint

Funny, strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Romance6
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some sharp wit and absurdist humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Absurdist Humor7
  • Satire & Parody7

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Ambiguity7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout dialogue and characters

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Visual Stylization7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

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About

In the Interest of Civilization… Conform.

Obsessive scientist Nathan and his lover, the naturalist Lila, discover Puff: a man born and raised in the wild. As Nathan trains the wild man in the civilized ways of the world, Lila fights to preserve the man’s natural state. In the power struggle that ensues, an unusual love triangle emerges.
Absurdist ComedyPhilosophical ThemesSocial SatireNature vs. NurtureHuman BehaviorPsychological ExplorationRomantic ComedyProvocativeEccentric Characters

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Questions about Human Nature

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Where can I stream Human Nature legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Human Nature worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Human Nature rated?

RNuditySexual contentStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and strong language.

How long is Human Nature?

1 h 36 min

Human Nature runs 1 h 36 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Human Nature?

Critics56
Audiences63

Yes. Critics average 56 and audiences 63 out of 100, so both groups see Human Nature much the same way.

Was Human Nature a box office hit?

Budget$6 million
Box office$2 million

No. It cost about $6 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 27% of its budget.

What language is Human Nature in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in France, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Human Nature?

45ARATBEBGBOBRBYCACHCLCOCRCYDK+31

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Human Nature in 45 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Human Nature use?

All Psychology Is FreudianAmbiguous EndingChild Supplants ParentDowner EndingInnocent Fanservice GirlNude Nature DanceOoh, Me Accent's SlippingPygmalion PlotRapid Hair GrowthShock CollarWhite Void RoomWhat Happened to the Mouse?and 3 more

TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Human Nature, including All Psychology Is Freudian, Ambiguous Ending, Child Supplants Parent.

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