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Kicking & Screaming fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Tension5
Heart
Hopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Family Dynamics8
- Hopefulness7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick
- Situational Comedy8
- Physical Comedy6
- Wit & Wordplay5
World
Everyday modern life, sports, and family
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Direction6
- Narrative Structure6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Kicking & Screaming is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's hopeful. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and slapstick
Expect plenty of situational comedy and slapstick.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, sports, and family
Its world is built around everyday modern life, sports, and family.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports9Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
All his life, Phil Weston has dreamed of being on a winning team. Phil...your time has come.
Phil Weston has been unathletic his entire life. In college he failed at every sport that he tried out for. It looks like his 10-year old son, Sam, is following in his footsteps. But when Phil's hyper-competitive dad benches Sam, Phil decides to transfer his son to a new team which needs a coach. Phil steps in to be the temporary coach and immediately begins to butt heads with his dad over this new competition in their lives.
Family ComedySuburban SportsFather-Son RivalryCompetitive CoachingSituational HumorUnderdog StoryComing of AgeFeel-Good Movie
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Is Kicking & Screaming worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.6 and Metacritic 45). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Kicking & Screaming rated?
PGStrong language
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Kicking & Screaming?
1 h 35 min
Kicking & Screaming runs 1 h 35 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Kicking & Screaming?
Critics45
Audiences59
Not quite. Audiences rate Kicking & Screaming higher (59) than critics (45). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Kicking & Screaming a box office hit?
Budget$45 million
Box office$56 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $45 million to make and earned $56 million worldwide, 1.2 times its budget.
What language is Kicking & Screaming in?
EnglishItalian
It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Kicking & Screaming?
78
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