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Under Eighteen
1932·Movie
·1h 20min·NR·
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Big heart, strong craft.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle4
Heart
Romantic and moving
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age8
- Family Dynamics8
- Romance7
Humor
Some sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody5
- Situational Comedy3
World
History, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Under Eighteen is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighRomantic and moving
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's romantic, moving, and hopeful. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
MediumSome sharp wit and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, society, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- 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 Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Her mistake was thinking with her heart-instead of her head!
Working girl Margie Evans has decided there are two kinds of opportunities for a slum kid during the Depression: Those you make and those you take. Determined to help her family out of its financial bind, she is ready to do both after she shows up at the penthouse pool bash of a wealthy playboy.
Pre-Code DramaDepression-Era StorySocial MobilityClass ConflictComing-of-AgeAmbitious ProtagonistClassic HollywoodRomantic UndercurrentsEthical Dilemmas
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Questions about Under Eighteen
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Is Under Eighteen worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Under Eighteen rated?
NRSexual contentStrong language
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.
How long is Under Eighteen?
1 h 20 min
Under Eighteen runs 1 h 20 min.
What language is Under Eighteen in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does Under Eighteen use?
Lohengrin and MendelssohnThe Cloudcuckoolander Was RightCasting CouchHeat WaveThe MistressHigh-Class Call GirlNon-Indicative NamePool SceneNaked in MinkDistant PrologueA Party, Also Known as an OrgyCurious Qualms of Conscienceand 5 more
TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Under Eighteen, including Lohengrin and Mendelssohn, The Cloudcuckoolander Was Right, Casting Couch.