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Stiff Upper Lips
1998·Movie
Stiff Upper Lips fingerprint
Funny, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Spectacle6
- Fast Pace5
- Tension2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance6
- Nostalgia5
- Family Dynamics5
Humor
Plenty of satire and sharp wit
- Satire & Parody10
- Wit & Wordplay7
- Cringe Humor7
World
History, society, and pop culture
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout dialogue
- Dialogue Quality8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography8
- Visual Stylization8
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Stiff Upper Lips is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension2Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and sharp wit
Expect plenty of satire and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody10Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, society, and pop culture
Its world is built around history, society, and pop culture.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Meta Narrative6Stories about storytelling.
- Character Depth4Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche9Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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This sexual awakening... turns into a hilarious nightmare!
Stiff Upper Lips is a broad parody of British period films, especially the lavish Merchant-Ivory productions of the 'eighties and early 'nineties. Although it specifically targets A Room with a View, Chariots of Fire, Maurice, A Passage to India, and many other films, in a more general way Stiff Upper Lips satirises popular perceptions of certain Edwardian traits: propriety, sexual repression, xenophobia, and class snobbery.
British SatirePeriod Drama ParodyWitty ComedySocial CritiqueCringe HumorEdwardian EraCultural HomageStylized VisualsRepressed SexualityClass Snobbery
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Is Stiff Upper Lips worth watching?
47
MediocreGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 40%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Stiff Upper Lips rated?
RSexual content
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is Stiff Upper Lips?
1 h 39 min
Stiff Upper Lips runs 1 h 39 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Stiff Upper Lips?
Critics40
Audiences53
Not quite. Audiences rate Stiff Upper Lips higher (53) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Stiff Upper Lips in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, India.
In how many countries can I watch Stiff Upper Lips?
4
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