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Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot
1992·Movie
Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Violence4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics7
- Hopefulness6
- Wholesome5
Humor
Some situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy7
- Physical Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay4
World
Everyday modern life and family
- Dialogue Centrality6
- World Immersion5
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting5
- Narrative Structure5
- Dialogue Quality5
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography4
- Editing4
- Music Composition4
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and slapstick
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowEveryday modern life and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
LowSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting5Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure5Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction4Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
LowFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography4Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing4Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Detective Joe Bomowski's mom is in town for a visit. She did the laundry, washed the windows and scrubbed the floors. Now, she's gonna clean up the streets.
A tough police sergeant's mother comes to visit him, and promptly starts trying to fix up his life, much to his embarrassment. For his birthday she buys him a machine gun out of the back of a van, and begins to further interfere with his job and love life, eventually helping him with a case he's on.
Slapstick ComedyFamily SitcomFormulaic PlotLighthearted FarePredictable HumorNostalgic ToneBroad AppealSafe Viewing
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Questions about Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot worth watching?
28
BadGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 28/100 (IMDb 4.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 17%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot rated?
PG-13Violence
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot?
1 h 27 min
Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot runs 1 h 27 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot?
Critics17
Audiences33
Not quite. Audiences rate Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot higher (33) than critics (17). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot?
62
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What tropes does Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot use?
Comedic Work, Serious SceneTalking Down the SuicidalMy Beloved SmotherObstructive VigilantismReckless Gun UsageRage Breaking PointAmazingly Embarrassing ParentsKarma HoudiniCringe ComedyImagine SpotBerserk ButtonInsurance Fraudand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot, including Comedic Work, Serious Scene, Talking Down the Suicidal, My Beloved Smother.