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The Hunter fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Nerve-racking and thrilling
- Tension9
- Adrenaline7
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis5
Humor
Serious throughout
- Situational Comedy0
- Wit & Wordplay0
- Physical Comedy0
World
Crime, everyday modern life, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Ambiguity7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout cinematography and sound design
- Cinematography8
- Sound Centrality8
- Editing7
Energy
HighNerve-racking and thrilling
The Hunter is nerve-racking and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia0Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder0Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneSerious throughout
Expect almost no humor.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay0Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
World
MediumCrime, everyday modern life, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around crime, everyday modern life, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and sound design
Look and sound: the cinematography and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality8Sound design as core element.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In an act of vengeance, a young man randomly kills two police officers. He escapes to the forest, where he is arrested by two other officers. The three men are surrounded by trees, the woods. They are lost in a maze, a desolate landscape, where the boundaries between the hunter and the hunted are difficult to perceive.
Psychological ThrillerVengeance NarrativeManhunt DramaBleak & TenseSurvival StoryMoral AmbiguityNature as ProtagonistCharacter-DrivenIranian Cinema
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Questions about The Hunter
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Hunter worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Hunter rated?
ViolenceStrong language
Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is The Hunter?
1 h 30 min
The Hunter runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Hunter?
Critics77
Audiences58
Not quite. Critics rate The Hunter higher (77) than audiences (58). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Hunter in?
Persian
It was made in Persian. Produced in Iran, Germany.
In how many countries can I watch The Hunter?
7
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What tropes does The Hunter use?
Cold SniperThose Two GuysScrew the Money, I Have Rules!Adaptational NationalityWham ShotAdaptational Alternate EndingAdorably Precocious ChildGreen AesopNever Found the BodyOur Cryptids Are More MysteriousHeel–Face TurnCompany Townand 29 more
TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for The Hunter, including Cold Sniper, Those Two Guys, Screw the Money, I Have Rules!.