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Funny Boy
1961·Movie
·2h 9min·
Funny Boy fingerprint
Light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Wonder6
- Hopefulness5
- Nostalgia5
Humor
Some sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Situational Comedy5
- Absurdist Humor5
World
The future and technology
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction6
- Acting6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and situational comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and situational comedy.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe future and technology
Its world is built around the future and technology.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic8Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative4Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking
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About
Ad man Jonathan Blake gets tired of his work and runs away to a time travel agency for the first flight out.
Time TravelAbsurdist ComedySocial SatireRetro FutureMan Runs AwayConceptual HumorEscapismVintage Film
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Funny Boy
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Funny Boy worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 7.8 and Metacritic 91). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Funny Boy?
2 h 9 min
Funny Boy runs 2 h 9 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Funny Boy?
Critics91
Audiences41
Not quite. Critics rate Funny Boy higher (91) than audiences (41). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Funny Boy in?
Swedish
It was made in Swedish. Produced in Sweden.