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The Guest
2017·Movie
·1h 23min·
The Guest fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life, war, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMoving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's moving and melancholic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, war, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, war, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Eight-year old girl Lena who has lost her family members in a war wends her way with her little sister and their neighbor Meryem and other immigrants.
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Questions about The Guest
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Guest worth watching?
75
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7 and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Guest rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Guest?
1 h 23 min
The Guest runs 1 h 23 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Guest?
Critics76
Audiences78
Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 78 out of 100, so both groups see The Guest much the same way.
What language is The Guest in?
Arabic
It was made in Arabic. Produced in Jordan, Türkiye.
What tropes does The Guest use?
Grievous Bottley HarmAx-CrazyEating the Eye CandyYou Killed My FatherReckless SidekickAsshole VictimAccent Slip-UpPaying for the Action SceneMore DakkaMale GazeAmbiguously GayPrecision F-Strikeand 94 more
TV Tropes lists 106 storytelling tropes for The Guest, including Grievous Bottley Harm, Ax-Crazy, Eating the Eye Candy.