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A Lesson in Cruelty

2018·Movie
1h 12min
40
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb3.7Rotten Tomatoes–65%
IMDb3.7Rotten Tomatoes–65%

A Lesson in Cruelty fingerprint

High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence7

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

Some dark humor and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor7
  • Satire & Parody5
  • Cringe Humor4

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and crime

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Karma is murder

A power egomaniac is thrown a party, but the attendees have no intention of honoring the hated man, rather to teach him a cruel lesson.
Psychological ThrillerCruel RetributionPower DynamicsDark Social CommentaryEgomaniac's DownfallIntense TensionMorality TaleTwisted PartyMind Games

Crew

Directed by:
Alexander Salazar
Written by:
Gregory P. Wolk
Composed by:
Mark Fraser

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream A Lesson in Cruelty legally?

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Is A Lesson in Cruelty worth watching?

40
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 3.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is A Lesson in Cruelty rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is A Lesson in Cruelty?

1 h 12 min

A Lesson in Cruelty runs 1 h 12 min.

What language is A Lesson in Cruelty in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch A Lesson in Cruelty?

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