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The Wrong Box
1966·Movie
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Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis6
- Nostalgia6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy
- Physical Comedy8
- Situational Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
History
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and dialogue
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
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.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighPlenty of slapstick and situational comedy
Expect plenty of slapstick and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and dialogue
The performances and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
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About
In Victorian England, a fortune now depends on which of two brothers outlives the other—or can be made to have seemed to do so.
Victorian Dark ComedyMacabre HumorSlapstickEaling ComedyWitty BanterBritish EccentricityMurderous PlotOld-fashioned Farce
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Overall: Similar vibe.
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Questions about The Wrong Box
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Wrong Box worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 88%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Wrong Box?
1 h 45 min
The Wrong Box runs 1 h 45 min.
Is The Wrong Box based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Wrong Box?
Critics88
Audiences69
Not quite. Critics rate The Wrong Box higher (88) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Wrong Box in?
EnglishSwahili
It was made in English, with some Swahili. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch The Wrong Box?
2
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What tropes does The Wrong Box use?
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TV Tropes lists 28 storytelling tropes for The Wrong Box, including Collector of the Strange, Old Windbag, "Shaggy Dog" Story.