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The Manor
1999·Movie
·1h 55min·
The Manor fingerprint
Funny, immersive world, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Scare6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Family Dynamics6
Humor
Plenty of dark humor and satire
- Dark Humor9
- Satire & Parody8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Mystery, crime, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Ambiguity8
Craft
Standout performances, storytelling, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of dark humor and satire
Expect plenty of dark humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor9Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
HighMystery, crime, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery, crime, and history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances, storytelling, and characters
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances, storytelling, and characters stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative8Time-shifts and structure play.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Homage & Reference9Allusions to other works.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony6Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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About
The Manor, a dark funny version of Akira Kurosawa's " Rashomon". During a snowstorm, Patrick Roarke, a manservant, is found dead at the bottom of the main staircase in a gothic English mansion. Inspector Hatcher is sent to investigate the death. When he arrives, he finds a household consisting of five women. When questioned by the inspector, each of the women tells a different story, all of which are illustrated by flashback scenes showing the events as related by that particular person. Everybody seems to protect somebody and the inspector becomes increasingly intoxicated as he tries to untangle the web of lies in his endeavour to find out the truth.
Dark Comedy MysteryGothic SettingUnreliable NarratorsEnsemble CastMurder InvestigationHomage to KurosawaTheatricalSatiricalPsychological Tension
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Is The Manor worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 5.4 and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Manor rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is The Manor?
1 h 55 min
The Manor runs 1 h 55 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Manor?
Critics75
Audiences53
Not quite. Critics rate The Manor higher (75) than audiences (53). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Manor in?
EnglishWelsh
It was made in English, with some Welsh. Produced in Czechia.
In how many countries can I watch The Manor?
4
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