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Bringing Up Baby fingerprint
Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Hopeful and romantic
- Hopefulness8
- Romance7
- Wholesome7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy9
- Physical Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Kept in the background
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion6
Craft
Standout direction and performances
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Bringing Up Baby is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumKept in the background
Holds up on a rewatch.
It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumStandout direction and performances
The direction and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
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 Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
And so begins the hilarious adventure of Professor David Huxley and Miss Susan Vance, a flutter-brained vixen with love in her heart!
David Huxley is waiting to get a bone he needs for his museum collection. Through a series of strange circumstances, he meets Susan Vance, and the duo have a series of misadventures which include a leopard called Baby.
Screwball ComedyClassic HollywoodRomantic MisadventuresEccentric CharactersFast-PacedWitty DialogueLighthearted HumorAbsurdist Situations
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Questions about Bringing Up Baby
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Is Bringing Up Baby worth watching?
86
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 91). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Bringing Up Baby rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Bringing Up Baby?
1 h 42 min
Bringing Up Baby runs 1 h 42 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Bringing Up Baby?
Critics94
Audiences80
Not quite. Critics rate Bringing Up Baby higher (94) than audiences (80). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Bringing Up Baby in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Bringing Up Baby?
53
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+39GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bringing Up Baby in 53 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Bringing Up Baby use?
Accidental PervertAlmost KissCan't Have Sex, EverExtremely Short TimespanStock Animal DietThe KlutzAdaptational Name ChangeClothing DamageAchievements in IgnoranceMisplaced WildlifeDeath GlareDriving a Deskand 66 more
TV Tropes lists 78 storytelling tropes for Bringing Up Baby, including Accidental Pervert, Almost Kiss, Can't Have Sex, Ever.