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No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics
2021·Movie
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Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace4
- Tension3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis6
- Wonder6
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
World
Society, everyday modern life, and show business
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
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- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumSociety, everyday modern life, and show business
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and show business.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Biographical7Lives of notable figures.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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A feature-length documentary film-in-progress chronicling the birth and development of LGBTQ comics through the eyes of several of its pioneers. The film was inspired by the Lambda award-winning book of the same name, and dives deeper into the personal stories at the heart of this unique underground artistic scene. Featuring Alison Bechdel (Fun Home), the recently departed Howard Cruse (Stuck Rubber Baby, Gay Comix), and others, this film aims to show how DIY queer cartoonists have represented, poked fun at, and celebrated LGBTQ lives and experiences in challenging, humorous, and profound ways.
LGBTQ+ HistoryUnderground ComicsQueer RepresentationSocial CommentaryBiographical DocumentaryArtistic ExpressionPop Culture ImpactDIY Culture
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Is No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics?
1 h 19 min
No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics runs 1 h 19 min.
Is No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics?
Critics100
Audiences72
Not quite. Critics rate No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics higher (100) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is No Straight Lines: The Rise of Queer Comics in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
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