5.5
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What Women Want fingerprint
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Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Romantic and hopeful
- Romance7
- Hopefulness7
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Some situational comedy and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Physical Comedy4
World
Everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
What Women Want 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.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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After an accident, a chauvinistic executive gains the ability to hear what women are really thinking.
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Questions about What Women Want
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Is What Women Want worth watching?
35
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is What Women Want rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is What Women Want?
1 h 56 min
What Women Want runs 1 h 56 min.
Was What Women Want a box office hit?
Budget$5 million
Box office$12 million
Yes. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $12 million worldwide, 2.4 times its budget.
What language is What Women Want in?
Chinese
It was made in Chinese. Produced in China, Hong Kong SAR China.
In how many countries can I watch What Women Want?
8
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for What Women Want in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does What Women Want use?
Fake OrgasmAcCENT upon the Wrong SylLABleWhat Happened to the Mouse?Dirty Mind-ReadingCerebus SyndromeJerkass RealizationAs HimselfCharacter DevelopmentSon of a WhoreCostume-Test MontageMistaken for GayElectrified Bathtuband 17 more
TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for What Women Want, including Fake Orgasm, AcCENT upon the Wrong SylLABle, What Happened to the Mouse?.