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Zero Patience
1993·Movie
·1h 40min·NR·
Zero Patience fingerprint
Very funny, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Plenty of satire and dark humor
- Satire & Parody9
- Dark Humor9
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Show business, society, and politics
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare5Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic, moving, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
Very highPlenty of satire and dark humor
Expect plenty of satire and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumShow business, society, and politics
Its world is built around show business, society, and politics.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Showbiz9Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Educational5Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn5Gradual 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 Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony7Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
Who it's for
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Is Zero Patience worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Zero Patience rated?
NRSexual contentStrong languageDrug use
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content, strong language, and drug use.
How long is Zero Patience?
1 h 40 min
Zero Patience runs 1 h 40 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Zero Patience?
Critics50
Audiences55
Yes. Critics average 50 and audiences 55 out of 100, so both groups see Zero Patience much the same way.
What language is Zero Patience in?
EnglishFrench
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in Canada.