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Big City Blues
1997·Movie
·1h 34min·
Big City Blues fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and violent
- Tension7
- Violence7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia5
- Romance4
- Pathos4
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Physical Comedy4
- Absurdist Humor4
World
Crime and everyday modern life
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Ambiguity5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime and everyday modern life
Its world is built around crime and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
Best. Night. Ever
Two hit men, a call girl, and a gay couple become entangled in a web of violence. In the course of one night, they just narrowly miss each other.
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Questions about Big City Blues
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Big City Blues worth watching?
24
TerribleGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 25/100 (IMDb 3.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Big City Blues rated?
ViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDrug use
Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.
How long is Big City Blues?
1 h 34 min
Big City Blues runs 1 h 34 min.
What language is Big City Blues in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Big City Blues?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Big City Blues in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Big City Blues use?
Maybe Ever AfterScrew This, I'm Outta Here!Hypocritical HumorShout-OutFinancial AbuseDriven to SuicideConscience Makes You Go BackDeath Is DramaticCountry MouseAccidental MurderLong ListWorst News Judgment Everand 7 more
TV Tropes lists 19 storytelling tropes for Big City Blues, including Maybe Ever After, Screw This, I'm Outta Here!, Hypocritical Humor.