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Strong craft, striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Some situational comedy and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Cringe Humor4
World
Everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Things Change is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wholesome, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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Dealing with the mob is always a gamble.
Jerry, a misfit Mafia henchman, is assigned the low-level job of keeping an eye on Gino, a shoe repairman fingered by the Mob to confess to a murder he didn't commit. But Gino's mistaken for a Mafia boss, and the two are suddenly catapulted to the highest levels of mobster status. Only friendship will see them through this dangerous adventure alive!
Mob ComedyRoad MovieMistaken IdentityFeel-Good FriendshipCharacter-DrivenHeartwarmingLightheartedNew York & Nevada SettingClassic Hollywood Homage
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Is Things Change worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 85%, and Metacritic 71). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Things Change rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Things Change?
1 h 40 min
Things Change runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Things Change?
Critics78
Audiences77
Yes. Critics average 78 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see Things Change much the same way.
What language is Things Change in?
EnglishItalianFrench
It was made in English, with some Italian, French. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Things Change?
39
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What tropes does Things Change use?
Nice GuySource MusicMisplaced-Names PosterTaking the HeatThe Man Behind the ManBait-and-SwitchDecoy ProtagonistNo Good Deed Goes UnpunishedMafia PrincessBittersweet EndingA Fool and His New Money Are Soon PartedMistaken for Profoundand 10 more
TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for Things Change, including Nice Guy, Source Music, Misplaced-Names Poster.