5.5
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High energy, funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Scary and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
- Violence6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Nostalgia6
- Wonder4
- Pathos3
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and slapstick
- Absurdist Humor8
- Physical Comedy7
- Satire & Parody7
World
Kept in the background
- Novelty7
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Direction6
- Intrigue6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
- Cinematography5
Energy
HighScary and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Schlock is scary and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and slapstick
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche8Playful imitation of styles.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
The first musical monster movie in years.
A quiet suburb in Southern California is terrorized by a mysterious murderous monster living in a cave. As the bodies pile up -- with incriminating banana peels always near by the crime scene -- a group of teens stumble on the guilty party: a 20-million-year-old Schlockthropus, an ape-like creature with a sense of the absurd.
Monster Movie ParodySatirical HorrorCampy HumorLow-BudgetGrotesqueRetroSelf-AwarePhysical ComedyCult Classic
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Is Schlock worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 5.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 75%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Schlock rated?
PGViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Schlock?
1 h 20 min
Schlock runs 1 h 20 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Schlock?
Critics75
Audiences50
Not quite. Critics rate Schlock higher (75) than audiences (50). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Schlock in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Schlock?
12
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Schlock in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.