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Perfect Strangers
2017·Movie
·1h 26min·
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Melancholic and cathartic
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
- Pathos6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Cringe Humor3
World
Everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances and storytelling
- Intrigue9
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Perfect Strangers is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, mystery, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and storytelling
The performances and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking
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About
A beautiful happily married woman seemingly shoots her husband in cold blood, however when arrested she claims that the dead man is not her husband, much to the disbelief of the investigating officers, who are determined to unearth the mystery.
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Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
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Questions about Perfect Strangers
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Perfect Strangers worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Perfect Strangers rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Perfect Strangers?
1 h 26 min
Perfect Strangers runs 1 h 26 min.
What language is Perfect Strangers in?
English
It was made in English.
What tropes does Perfect Strangers use?
All Just a DreamBittersweet EndingCloset GayDid Not Think This ThroughForeign RemakeForeshadowingHypocriteIronyManipulative BastardYou Keep Using That WordNice GuyStraight Gayand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Perfect Strangers, including All Just a Dream, Bittersweet Ending, Closet Gay.