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How High
2001·Movie
How High fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Spectacle4
Heart
Hopeful
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Coming of Age7
- Wholesome6
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Everyday modern life, pop culture, and growing up
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
- World Immersion6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting6
- Character Depth6
- Direction5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Centrality8
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
How High is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, pop culture, and growing up
Its world is built around everyday modern life, pop culture, and growing up.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Pop Culture8References and cultural commentary.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction5Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Centrality8The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Psychedelic8Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
They've got their degrees all rolled up.
Jamal and Silas, two ordinary guys who smoke something magical, pass their college entrance exams with flying colors and end up at Harvard. Ivy League ways are strange but Silas and Jamal take it in a stride -- until their supply of supernatural smoke runs dry. That's when they have to start living by their wits and rely on their natural resources to make the grade.
Stoner ComedyFish-Out-Of-WaterPop Culture ReferencesComing-of-AgeBuddy FilmSocial SatireClass CommentaryHumorous & Wholesome
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Questions about How High
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is How High worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 25%, and Metacritic 29). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is How High rated?
RDrug useStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: drug use and strong language.
How long is How High?
1 h 33 min
How High runs 1 h 33 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on How High?
Critics27
Audiences71
Not quite. Audiences rate How High higher (71) than critics (27). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was How High a box office hit?
Budget$12 million
Box office$31 million
Yes. It cost about $12 million to make and earned $31 million worldwide, 2.6 times its budget.
What language is How High in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch How High?
75
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+61GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for How High in 75 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does How High use?
O.O.C. Is Serious BusinessThe CameoButt-MonkeyYour Costume Needs WorkBeware the Nice OnesComically Missing the PointAll Girls Want Bad BoysThe VoicelessBook DumbBait-and-SwitchRecord Needle ScratchJerk Jockand 30 more
TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for How High, including O.O.C. Is Serious Business, The Cameo, Butt-Monkey.