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Vacancy fingerprint
High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension9
- Adrenaline8
- Scare8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos4
- Melancholy4
- Catharsis3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Vacancy is nerve-racking, thrilling, and scary.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and mystery
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Questions about Vacancy
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Vacancy worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 55%, and Metacritic 54). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Vacancy rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Vacancy?
1 h 25 min
Vacancy runs 1 h 25 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Vacancy?
Critics55
Audiences57
Yes. Critics average 55 and audiences 57 out of 100, so both groups see Vacancy much the same way.
Was Vacancy a box office hit?
Budget$19 million
Box office$35 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $19 million to make and earned $35 million worldwide, 1.9 times its budget.
What language is Vacancy in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Vacancy?
65
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+51GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Vacancy in 65 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Vacancy use?
Even Evil Has StandardsDeveloping Doomed CharactersFaux Affably EvilBond Villain StupidityMy Car Hates MeBig BadThey Look Just Like Everyone Else!Bait-and-SwitchWhy Did It Have to Be Snakes?Serial KillerRelationship-Salvaging DisasterFor the Evulzand 23 more
TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for Vacancy, including Even Evil Has Standards, Developing Doomed Characters, Faux Affably Evil.