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The Caretaker

2004·Movie
2h 0min
73
GoodGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension8
  • Violence5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, family, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Mick and his brother Aston live alone together in a West London house until one night Aston brings home Davies, who just left his job as a kitchen helper at a restaurant. The old man proves to be a violent, selfish bigot, uncharitable himself but quick to exploit the kindness of others.
British Social RealismPsychological DramaClass ConflictDomestic TensionCharacter StudyMoral AmbiguityStark AtmosphereExploitation NarrativeUnderstated Performance

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Is The Caretaker worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Caretaker rated?

ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Caretaker?

2 h 0 min

The Caretaker runs 2 h 0 min.

What language is The Caretaker in?

Swedish

It was made in Swedish. Produced in Sweden.