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The Monster

1994·Movie
1h 52min·R
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.3
IMDb7.3

The Monster fingerprint

Funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Hopefulness4
  • Catharsis4

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Physical Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

A vicious serial sex killer is on the loose, and landscape gardener and shop-window outfitter Loris is the prime suspect, thanks to his unfortunate habit of getting caught in compromising situations (for which there is always a totally innocent explanation that the police fail to spot). Undercover policewoman Jessica is assigned by eccentric police psychologist Taccone to follow Loris.
Comedic ThrillerItalian CinemaSatiricalEccentric CharactersMistaken IdentityPhysical ComedyCrime InvestigationSocial CommentaryDark Humor

Crew

Directed by:
Roberto Benigni, Giorgia Onofri
Written by:
Roberto Benigni, Roberto Benigni, Michel Blanc
Produced by:
Roberto Benigni, Elda Ferri, Pierre Lescure
Composed by:
Evan Lurie, Angelo Giovagnoli

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Monster

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Monster worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Monster rated?

RSexual content

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is The Monster?

1 h 52 min

The Monster runs 1 h 52 min.

What language is The Monster in?

ItalianPortuguese

It was made in Italian, with some Portuguese. Produced in Italy, France.

In how many countries can I watch The Monster?

8ATBRCACHDEITPLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Monster in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Monster use?

Alcohol HicAmateur SleuthBerserk ButtonCamp StraightChekhov's GunCurtain CamouflageDiscreet Drink DisposalIdiot BallThe IgorSlasher SmileLove TrianglePolice Are Uselessand 10 more

TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for The Monster, including Alcohol Hic, Amateur Sleuth, Berserk Button.