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Pink Flamingos
1972·Movie
·1h 33min·NC-17·
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Very funny, high energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Spectacular
- Spectacle8
- Fast Pace6
- Violence6
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia8
- Family Dynamics3
- Catharsis1
Humor
Plenty of cringe comedy and absurdist humor
- Cringe Humor10
- Absurdist Humor10
- Dark Humor10
World
Crime and society
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Novelty10
- Rewatchability9
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure4
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Sound Centrality6
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Grotesque10Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis1Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos0Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy0Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness0Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Humor
Very highPlenty of cringe comedy and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of cringe comedy and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor10Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor10Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor10Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony10Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity10Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumCrime and society
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around crime and society. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability9Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion4Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure4Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality3Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity1Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty10Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition3Score and musical identity.
Related traits
- Grotesque10Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Camp & Irony10Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche5Playful imitation of styles.
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About
An exercise in poor taste.
Notorious Baltimore criminal and underground figure Divine goes up against Connie & Raymond Marble, a sleazy married couple who make a passionate attempt to humiliate her and seize her tabloid-given title as "The Filthiest Person Alive".
Cult ClassicTransgressive ComedyGross-Out HumorShock ValueCamp CinemaUnderground FilmOutrageousAbsurdist & GrotesqueSocial SatireBizarre Characters
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Questions about Pink Flamingos
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Pink Flamingos worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 83%, and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Pink Flamingos rated?
NC-17NuditySexual contentStrong languageViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated NC-17 in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, strong language, violence, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Pink Flamingos?
1 h 33 min
Pink Flamingos runs 1 h 33 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Pink Flamingos?
Critics65
Audiences58
Yes. Critics average 65 and audiences 58 out of 100, so both groups see Pink Flamingos much the same way.
Was Pink Flamingos a box office hit?
Budget$12,000
Box office$6 million
Yes, a big one. It cost about $12,000 to make and earned $6 million worldwide, 500.0 times its budget.
What language is Pink Flamingos in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Pink Flamingos?
3
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What tropes does Pink Flamingos use?
Card-Carrying VillainChewbacca DefenseEvil vs. EvilAsshole VictimKangaroo CourtKarma HoudiniTorture CellarRich BitchThere Are Two Kinds of People in the WorldForeshadowingTar and FeathersFetishand 45 more
TV Tropes lists 57 storytelling tropes for Pink Flamingos, including Card-Carrying Villain, Chewbacca Defense, Evil vs. Evil.