Punch-Drunk Love (2002)
A volatile man's isolated life turns whimsical and romantic after a phone scam unravels his world.
A socially awkward and volatile small business owner meets the love of his life after being threatened by a gang of scammers.
How intense is Punch-Drunk Love?
Punch-Drunk Love has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. The humor runs dry and absurdist. Rated R.
What Punch-Drunk Love feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalabsurdistintimatemelancholy
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- dry and witty, absurdist
- Best for
- Full attentionDate nightLate night
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Is Punch-Drunk Love scary?
No. Punch-Drunk Love is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Punch-Drunk Love gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Punch-Drunk Love sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Punch-Drunk Love OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is Punch-Drunk Love?
Punch-Drunk Love runs 1h 36m.
Where can I stream Punch-Drunk Love?
Punch-Drunk Love is streaming on Kanopy and Hoopla.
Does Punch-Drunk Love have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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