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Dangerous fingerprint
Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Romantic and moving
- Romance8
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Cringe Humor4
- Situational Comedy3
World
Show business and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and dialogue
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic and moving
Emotionally, it's romantic and moving.
All heart traits
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumShow business and everyday modern life
Its world is built around show business and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- 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.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative5Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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An alcoholic actress considered a dangerous jinx is rehabilitated but shows she's as dangerous as ever.
Don Bellows finds former stage star Joyce Heath a penniless drunk and takes her to his Connecticut home for rehabilitation. He asks his fiancée Gail to free him and offers to sponsor Joyce in a play.
Classic Screwball ComedyShowbiz SatireWitty DialogueRomantic ReconciliationPre-Code HollywoodCharacter StudyTheatrical MelodramaSophisticated HumorEmotional DepthTimeless Romance
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Questions about Dangerous
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Is Dangerous worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Dangerous rated?
NRStrong language
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Dangerous?
1 h 19 min
Dangerous runs 1 h 19 min.
What language is Dangerous in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Dangerous?
5
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dangerous in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Dangerous use?
The AtonerHangover SensitivityI'll Tell You When I've Had Enough!The JinxWorst News Judgment EverLady DrunkSmoky Gentlemen's ClubTitle DropNever My FaultShout-Out to ShakespeareMatch CutTempting Fateand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Dangerous, including The Atoner, Hangover Sensitivity, I'll Tell You When I've Had Enough!.