6.8
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Harper fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Nostalgia5
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Situational Comedy2
- Dark Humor2
World
Crime, mystery, and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and the mind
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
Craft
HighSolid, 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 Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Harper takes a case - and the payoff is murder.
Harper is a cynical private eye in the best tradition of Bogart. He even has Bogie's Baby hiring him to find her missing husband, getting involved along the way with an assortment of unsavory characters and an illegal-alien smuggling ring.
Private DetectiveCynical NoirMissing PersonIntrigue1960sLos AngelesMysteryComplex PlotHumphrey Bogart Style
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Harper worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 95%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Harper rated?
NRViolenceStrong language
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is Harper?
2 h 1 min
Harper runs 2 h 1 min.
Is Harper based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Harper?
Critics73
Audiences69
Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Harper much the same way.
Was Harper a box office hit?
Budget$4 million
Box office$12 million
Yes. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $12 million worldwide, 3.4 times its budget.
What language is Harper in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Harper?
47
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+33GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Harper in 47 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Harper use?
Dirty Old ManBad to the Last DropEvil All AlongThe GhostPrivate DetectiveCasting GagFille FataleGoing by the MatchbookLeft HangingInstant Death BulletVerbal TicLet Off by the Detectiveand 20 more
TV Tropes lists 32 storytelling tropes for Harper, including Dirty Old Man, Bad to the Last Drop, Evil All Along.