Name: The Lookout
Released: 2018-08-04
Duration: 1 h 52 min

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The Lookout tells the story of Lester Quiambao, a gay hired killer, whose abusive relationships in childhood propels him into a life of crime and depravity. It compels him to betray Travis Concepcion, the man he loves, in order to exact his revenge.

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LGBTQ+ Cinema
Crime Thriller
Philippine Cinema
Psychological Drama
Noir
Revenge
Betrayal
LGBTQ+ Themes

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Directed by: Afi Africa
Written by: Afi Africa
Music by: Myka Magsaysay-Sigua

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August 4, 2018 · 1 h 52 min · Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Drug Use

Released: August 4, 2018
Runtime: 1 h 52 min
Content: Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Drug Use
Original language: Filipino
Made in: Philippines

Tropes

Note to Self, Title Drop, Obfuscating Insanity +9

Note to Self
Title Drop
Obfuscating Insanity
I Surrender, Suckers!
Chekhov's Hobby
Earn Your Happy Ending
Hostage for MacGuffin
Covers Always Lie
Sunglasses at Night
Big Fancy House
Donut Mess with a Cop
Time Skip

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4 questions, like "Is The Lookout worth watching?"

Questions about The Lookout

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Is The Lookout worth watching?

53

MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53 (IMDb 5.6).

Will I feel good after watching The Lookout?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 7 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.

Is The Lookout in English?

Filipino

No, it was made in Filipino.

What tropes does The Lookout use?

Note to SelfTitle DropObfuscating InsanityI Surrender, Suckers!Chekhov's HobbyEarn Your Happy EndingHostage for MacGuffinCovers Always LieSunglasses at NightBig Fancy HouseDonut Mess with a CopTime Skipand 13 more

TV Tropes lists 25 tropes for it, including Note to Self, Title Drop, and Obfuscating Insanity.