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Big heart, funny.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Pathos7
- Melancholy7
Humor
Plenty of satire and slapstick
- Satire & Parody8
- Physical Comedy7
- Absurdist Humor7
World
A real life story, growing up, and show business
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality9
- Music Composition8
- Editing7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and hopeful. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and slapstick
Expect plenty of satire and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor7Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor6Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
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- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumA real life story, growing up, and show business
Its world is built around a real life story, growing up, and show business.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Biographical8Lives of notable figures.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference6Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Life made him tough. Love made him strong. Music made him hard.
Following a childhood tragedy, Dewey Cox follows a long and winding road to music stardom. Dewey perseveres through changing musical styles, an addiction to nearly every drug known and bouts of uncontrollable rage.
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Is Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story worth watching?
67
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 75%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story rated?
RNuditySexual contentStrong languageDrug use
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.
How long is Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story?
1 h 36 min
Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story runs 1 h 36 min.
Is Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story?
Critics69
Audiences66
Yes. Critics average 69 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story much the same way.
Was Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story a box office hit?
Budget$35 million
Box office$18 million
No. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $18 million worldwide, 52% of its budget.
What language is Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story?
78
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What tropes does Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story use?
Heroic RRoDBiopicBinge MontageThe Comically SeriousHollywood Heart AttackShout-OutHalf the Man He Used to Be"Well Done, Son" GuyInsane Troll LogicFirst Girl WinsUnintended KinslayerOffing the Offspringand 89 more
TV Tropes lists 101 storytelling tropes for Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story, including Heroic RRoD, Biopic, Binge Montage.