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The Guilty
1947·Movie
·1h 11min·
The Guilty fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Romantic and melancholic
- Romance7
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor3
- Physical Comedy2
World
Crime, mystery, and history
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout storytelling
- Intrigue9
- Narrative Structure8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic and melancholic
Emotionally, it's romantic and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumCrime, mystery, and history
Its world is built around crime, mystery, and history.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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SISTERS... one led men to love... the other drove them to kill!
Two friends land in hot water when they begin dating twins and one of the women ends up dead.
Classic Film NoirMurder MysterySuspenseful AtmospherePsychological ThrillerHistorical SettingIntrigue and BetrayalRomantic EntanglementsCrime and Investigation
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Questions about The Guilty
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Guilty worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Guilty rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Guilty?
1 h 11 min
The Guilty runs 1 h 11 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Guilty?
Critics100
Audiences71
Not quite. Critics rate The Guilty higher (100) than audiences (71). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Guilty in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Guilty use?
Reassigned to AntarcticaOutliving One's OffspringHallucinationsTiger by the TailNice Job Breaking It, Hero!The RevealWham LineRudely Hanging UpKeeping Secrets SucksInsane Equals ViolentHe's Dead, JimDrowning My Sorrowsand 31 more
TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for The Guilty, including Reassigned to Antarctica, Outliving One's Offspring, Hallucinations.