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High energy, funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace7
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis4
- Romance3
- Melancholy3
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and satire
- Dark Humor9
- Satire & Parody8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Crime, society, and everyday modern life
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and dialogue
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
I Care a Lot is tense, fast-paced, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
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- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and satire
Expect plenty of dark humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumCrime, society, and everyday modern life
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around crime, society, and everyday modern life. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
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.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
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 Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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A court-appointed legal guardian defrauds her older clients and traps them under her care. But her latest mark comes with some unexpected baggage.
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Questions about I Care a Lot
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Is I Care a Lot worth watching?
60
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 79%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is I Care a Lot rated?
RViolenceStrong languageDrug use
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.
How long is I Care a Lot?
1 h 59 min
I Care a Lot runs 1 h 59 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on I Care a Lot?
Critics73
Audiences44
Not quite. Critics rate I Care a Lot higher (73) than audiences (44). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is I Care a Lot in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
In how many countries can I watch I Care a Lot?
117
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What tropes does I Care a Lot use?
Even Evil Has Loved OnesVillainous FriendshipStorming the CastleEvil Cannot Comprehend GoodBait-and-SwitchKarma HoudiniEven Bad Men Love Their MamasGood Smoking, Evil SmokingMugging the MonsterBut for Me, It Was TuesdayAside GlanceEvil vs. Eviland 43 more
TV Tropes lists 55 storytelling tropes for I Care a Lot, including Even Evil Has Loved Ones, Villainous Friendship, Storming the Castle.