6.4
Cardboard Gangsters fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Brutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and dialogue
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout editing
- Editing8
- Cinematography7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and tense
Fast from start to finish.
Cardboard Gangsters is brutally violent, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime10Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances, direction, and dialogue
The performances, direction, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Is Cardboard Gangsters worth watching?
Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 94%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cardboard Gangsters rated?
Content advisories: violence, strong language, drug use, and sexual content.
How long is Cardboard Gangsters?
1 h 28 min
Cardboard Gangsters runs 1 h 28 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cardboard Gangsters?
Not quite. Critics rate Cardboard Gangsters higher (94) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Cardboard Gangsters in?
It was made in English. Produced in Ireland.
In how many countries can I watch Cardboard Gangsters?
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