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The Cooler
1982·Movie
·11min·
The Cooler fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Hopefulness6
- Wholesome5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Some slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
World
Show business
- World Immersion5
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Novelty5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction5
- Acting5
- Character Depth5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Music Composition7
- Cinematography4
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
The Cooler is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowShow business
Its world is built around show business.
All world traits
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8Songs central to storytelling.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing4Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
Ringo Starr is taken to prison where he goes through several musical sequences.
Musical ComedyRingo StarrPrison SettingNostalgic ToneShowbiz ThemePastiche StyleCampy HumorFeel-Good Movie
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about The Cooler
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Cooler worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Cooler?
0 h 11 min
The Cooler runs 0 h 11 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Cooler?
Critics100
Audiences68
Not quite. Critics rate The Cooler higher (100) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Cooler in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does The Cooler use?
It Belongs in a MuseumSingle Woman Seeks Good ManIt's All My FaultMale Frontal NudityFilm NoirLampshade HangingFriendship MomentRule of SymbolismGone Horribly WrongCool CarChildhood FriendsBad Bossand 73 more
TV Tropes lists 85 storytelling tropes for The Cooler, including It Belongs in a Museum, Single Woman Seeks Good Man, It's All My Fault.