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GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 5.5).
The Awful Truth
1929·Movie
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Good for date night · family movie night · friends night
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TO LOVE OR NOT TO LOVE - THAT WAS THE QUESTION
Story of a wealthy couple whose individual infidelities lead inexorably to the divorce court.
Classic Screwball ComedyDivorceRomantic ReconciliationSharp DialogueWitty BanterSophisticated HumorGolden Age of HollywoodSocial SatireNostalgic Charm
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Is The Awful Truth okay for kids?
Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
Will The Awful Truth make me laugh?
Funny
Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and sharp wit (8 of 10).
Can I half-watch The Awful Truth?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.
What tropes does The Awful Truth use?
The Alleged CarAmicably SeparatedBattle ButlerBelligerent Sexual TensionBreak-Up/Make-Up ScenarioCountry MouseGreen-Eyed MonsterSucks at DancingOn the ReboundThat Came Out WrongSafe Behind the CornerLonging Lookand 32 more
TV Tropes lists 44 tropes for it, including The Alleged Car, Amicably Separated, and Battle Butler.