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Housos
2011·Show
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What's your score?
Housos fingerprint
Very funny, emotionally cool.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Violence4
- Tension3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics7
- Hopefulness3
- Catharsis3
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy
- Situational Comedy9
- Cringe Humor9
- Satire & Parody9
World
Society, everyday modern life, and family
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Direction7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
Housos is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
NoneEmotionally 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.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
Very highPlenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy
Expect plenty of situational comedy and cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy9Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor9Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy8Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor8Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumSociety, everyday modern life, and family
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around society, everyday modern life, and family. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Pop Culture6References and cultural commentary.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Housos is an Australian comedy television series created by Paul Fenech for SBS, that screens on SBS One. The series is a satirical parody of low income Australian residents of fictional suburb Sunnyvale, who are living in Housing Commission public housing. On 1 November 2012, a film based on the series was released in Australian cinemas, titled Housos vs. Authority. On 9 September 2012 it was announced that Housos would return for a second series, which premiered 22 July 2013.
Australian ComedySocial SatireCringe HumorWorking Class LifeAbsurdist HumorControversialPhysical ComedyCharacter-DrivenSharp DialogueCult Following
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Questions about Housos
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Housos worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Housos rated?
Strong languageDrug use
Content advisories: strong language and drug use.
How many seasons does Housos have?
4 seasons
It has 4 seasons with 30 episodes of about 30 minutes each.
When did Housos air?
S1S2S3S4
It ran from 2011 to 2022 and has ended.
What language is Housos in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Australia.
What tropes does Housos use?
Forced MemeCurse Cut ShortPerky GothPolice Are UselessMajor Injury UnderreactionBland-Name ProductPowder Keg CrowdBig EaterRefuge in AudacityWould Hurt a ChildUnsympathetic Comedy ProtagonistVerbal Ticand 27 more
TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for Housos, including Forced Meme, Curse Cut Short, Perky Goth.