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Bad Seeds
2018·Movie
·1h 40min·
Bad Seeds fingerprint
Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension4
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Family Dynamics8
- Coming of Age7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy
- Situational Comedy8
- Cringe Humor7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Everyday modern life, family, and growing up
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Bad Seeds is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle0Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Heart
MediumHopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and growing up
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and growing up.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Wael, a former street child, makes a living from small scams with his adoptive mother and partner-in-crime Monique. When this unconventional duo swindles the wrong guy, Victor, an old acquaintance of Monique now in charge of a support organization for troubled teens, they have no choice but to become his interim secretary and educator in order to redeem themselves.
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Questions about Bad Seeds
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Bad Seeds worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Bad Seeds?
1 h 40 min
Bad Seeds runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Bad Seeds?
Critics50
Audiences76
Not quite. Audiences rate Bad Seeds higher (76) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Bad Seeds in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Bad Seeds?
103
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+89GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bad Seeds in 103 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Bad Seeds use?
Freudian SlipSaying Sound Effects Out LoudBalloon BellyBittersweet EndingRemember the New Guy?Green AesopSticky SituationEverybody CriesThe GhostDare to Be BadassFour-Temperament EnsembleArt Shiftand 110 more
TV Tropes lists 122 storytelling tropes for Bad Seeds, including Freudian Slip, Saying Sound Effects Out Loud, Balloon Belly.