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Big Daddy
1969·Movie
·1h 8min·
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Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
Heart
Romantic
- Romance7
- Hopefulness6
- Catharsis5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Kept in the background
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Narrative Structure6
- Intrigue6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Sound Centrality6
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowRomantic
Emotionally, it's romantic.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism
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About
A visitor to the Everglades swamps in Florida encounters and falls in love with an uneducated girl. But he finds competition for her affections from the unlikely and mysterious A. Beauregard Lincoln. He also discovers danger from nature in the form of vicious alligators and from the mystical in the form of a voodoo witch doctor.
Swamp RomanceB-Movie AdventureMysterious RivalryVoodoo ThrillerNature's DangersUnconventional Love StoryCult Classic PotentialSouthern GothicEccentric CharactersIntriguing Plot
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Big Daddy
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Big Daddy worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.8 and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Big Daddy rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Big Daddy?
1 h 8 min
Big Daddy runs 1 h 8 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Big Daddy?
Critics80
Audiences67
Not quite. Critics rate Big Daddy higher (80) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Big Daddy in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Big Daddy use?
Didn't Think This ThroughWham LineTotally RadicalIronic EchoBabies Ever AfterNot Even Bothering with the AccentBurger FoolNever Trust a TrailerChildren Raise YouStop Copying Me"YEAH!" ShotThe Man Is Sticking It to the Manand 75 more
TV Tropes lists 87 storytelling tropes for Big Daddy, including Didn't Think This Through, Wham Line, Totally Radical.