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Hardboiled
1929·Movie
·1h 10min·
Hardboiled fingerprint
A touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Nostalgic and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Nostalgia8
- Melancholy7
- Family Dynamics7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy3
- Satire & Parody3
World
History, family, and show business
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumNostalgic and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's nostalgic and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, family, and show business
Its world is built around history, family, and show business.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- 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
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick 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.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Where boys work fast and Girls work faster.
Chorus girl Teena Johnson may be "hard-boiled," but she's no golddigger. Thus, when the father of her wealthy sweetheart Kyle Stannard tries to buy her off, Sally refuses the money. She sticks by Kyle even after he is disinherited and forced to go to work. The financial strain on the young couple's marriage eventually takes its toll, and before long they separate, with Sally returning to the chorus line to square her husband's debts.
Pre-Code HollywoodChorus Girl StoryMarital StrainFinancial HardshipRomantic DramaMelodramaticNostalgicShow Business
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Questions about Hardboiled
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What is Hardboiled rated?
NR
It's rated NR in the United States.
How long is Hardboiled?
1 h 10 min
Hardboiled runs 1 h 10 min.
What language is Hardboiled in?
Englishxx
It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Hardboiled use?
Crooks Are Better ArmedMexican StandoffPragmatic VillainyRewarded as a Traitor DeservesTitle DropConflicting LoyaltyWaxing LyricalSiding with the SufferingI Know You're Watching MeDrink-Based CharacterizationBlack-and-Gray MoralityThe Cavalryand 124 more
TV Tropes lists 136 storytelling tropes for Hardboiled, including Crooks Are Better Armed, Mexican Standoff, Pragmatic Villainy.