6.5
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Funny, striking style.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Spectacle6
- Violence5
Heart
Hopeful and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
- Hopefulness8
- Romance7
- Nostalgia7
Humor
Plenty of satire and slapstick
- Satire & Parody8
- Physical Comedy7
- Situational Comedy6
World
History, growing up, and pop culture
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality9
- Music Composition8
- Cinematography7
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Cry-Baby is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful and romantic
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful, romantic, and nostalgic. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of satire and slapstick
Expect plenty of satire and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and pop culture
Its world is built around history, growing up, and pop culture.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Music Centrality9The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Good girls want him bad. Bad girls want him worse.
A prim and proper schoolgirl goes against her society grandmother's wishes when she dates a motorcycle-riding juvenile delinquent.
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Questions about Cry-Baby
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Cry-Baby worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 72%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Cry-Baby rated?
PG-13Strong language
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Cry-Baby?
1 h 25 min
Cry-Baby runs 1 h 25 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Cry-Baby?
Critics68
Audiences67
Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 67 out of 100, so both groups see Cry-Baby much the same way.
Was Cry-Baby a box office hit?
Budget$11 million
Box office$8 million
No. It cost about $11 million to make and earned $8 million worldwide, 75% of its budget.
What language is Cry-Baby in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Cry-Baby?
74
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+60GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Cry-Baby in 74 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Cry-Baby use?
Manly TearsSeemingly Wholesome '50s GirlSad-Times MontageAffectionate ParodyCrowd SongLarge HamVictoria's Secret CompartmentMad BomberFreudian ExcuseInformed AttributeDisappeared DadSeparated by the Walland 58 more
TV Tropes lists 70 storytelling tropes for Cry-Baby, including Manly Tears, Seemingly Wholesome '50s Girl, Sad-Times Montage.