5.7
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The Maid fingerprint
High energy, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare6
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Family Dynamics8
- Melancholy7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay1
- Dark Humor1
- Situational Comedy0
World
Class and money, faith and meaning, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and characters
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Maid is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay1Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumClass and money, faith and meaning, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around class and money, faith and meaning, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Spiritual9Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Showbiz6Entertainment industry and performance.
Craft
MediumStandout performances, direction, and characters
The performances, direction, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Alone for the first time and away from her family in rural Philippines, Rosa Dimaano arrives in the cosmopolitan city state of Singapore to work as a maid. Her employers Mr and Mrs Teo runs a Chinese Teochew dialect opera troupe takes well to their new domestic help. So do their mentally disabled son, Ah Soon. In Chinese superstition, the seventh month of the lunar calendar is regarded as the month when the gates of hell open for forsaken spirits to walk the earth for 30 days. Unknown to Rosa, she arrives on the eve and her hell is about to begin.
Supernatural Horror DramaMigrant Worker ExploitationChinese Ghost Month FolklorePsychological TraumaClass Divide CritiqueAtmospheric DreadStrong Female Lead PerformanceCultural ClashBleak Social Realism
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Is The Maid worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Maid rated?
NRDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is The Maid?
1 h 33 min
The Maid runs 1 h 33 min.
What language is The Maid in?
ChineseFilipinoEnglish
It was made in Chinese, with some Filipino, English. Produced in Singapore.
In how many countries can I watch The Maid?
5
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Maid in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.