6.5
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K-12
2019·Movie
K-12 fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Hopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Some satire and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Absurdist Humor5
- Dark Humor5
World
Society, growing up, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
K-12 is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumHopeful and cathartic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
MediumSome satire and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumSociety, growing up, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around society, growing up, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Fantasy7Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Who it's for
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When the bell rings, you must be in your assigned seat…
Cry Baby, a strong and sensitive girl, is sent off to a disturbing sleepaway school that’s hidden underneath a grandiose façade. Luckily, she has a sweet and unapologetic best friend who sticks up for her when she gets bullied by the other students whose brains are under control by the Principal and his wicked staff. With the help of the magical friends they meet along the way, as well as an Angelic Spirit Guide, they are able to gain the strength they need to fight off the school’s belligerent patriarchal conditioning.
Musical FantasySocial SatireDystopian SchoolComing-of-AgePop CultureSymbolicRebellionWitchcraftTeen Empowerment
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Questions about K-12
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Is K-12 worth watching?
76
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is K-12 rated?
RStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is K-12?
1 h 32 min
K-12 runs 1 h 32 min.
Was K-12 a box office hit?
Budget$6 million
Box office$359,377
No. It cost about $6 million to make and earned $359,377 worldwide, 6% of its budget.
What language is K-12 in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch K-12?
36
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+22GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for K-12 in 36 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does K-12 use?
Three Minutes of WrithingAdults Are UselessScrew This, I'm Outta Here!Food FightLove LetterBig Damn HeroesSadist TeacherSickening "Crunch!"Karmic DeathForeshadowingEye CamUnspoken Plan Guaranteeand 45 more
TV Tropes lists 57 storytelling tropes for K-12, including Three Minutes of Writhing, Adults Are Useless, Screw This, I'm Outta Here!.