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Guarding Tess fingerprint
Funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Fast Pace4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Nostalgic
- Nostalgia7
- Wholesome6
- Hopefulness6
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Physical Comedy5
World
Everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability5
- World Immersion4
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Cinematography5
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
LowEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion4Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty2Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue3Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization3Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality3The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality2Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A comedy beyond the call of duty.
Doug is a Secret Service Agent who has just completed his stint in charge protecting Tess Carlisle—the widow of a former U.S. President, and a close personal friend of the current President. He finds that she has requested that he not be rotated but instead return to be her permanent detail. Doug is crushed, and—after returning—wants off her detail as she is very difficult to guard and makes her detail crazy with her whims and demands.
Star-Studded ComedyOdd-Couple DynamicLight Political Satire90s Feel-Good FilmCharming EccentricsSecret Service SettingHeartwarming Conflict ResolutionShirley MacLaine Performance
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Questions about Guarding Tess
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Guarding Tess worth watching?
56
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Guarding Tess rated?
PG-13
It's rated PG-13 in the United States.
How long is Guarding Tess?
1 h 36 min
Guarding Tess runs 1 h 36 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Guarding Tess?
Critics55
Audiences57
Yes. Critics average 55 and audiences 57 out of 100, so both groups see Guarding Tess much the same way.
Was Guarding Tess a box office hit?
Budget$20 million
Box office$27 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $20 million to make and earned $27 million worldwide, 1.4 times its budget.
What language is Guarding Tess in?
EnglishGeorgian
It was made in English, with some Georgian. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Guarding Tess?
62
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+48GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Guarding Tess in 62 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Guarding Tess use?
Coattail-Riding RelativeSmall Town BoredomSarcastic ConfessionThe Comically SeriousDitch the BodyguardsEstablishing Character MomentJack Bauer Interrogation TechniqueHalfway Plot SwitchBig FunThe Lost LenoreReasonable Authority FigureBadass Longcoatand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Guarding Tess, including Coattail-Riding Relative, Small Town Boredom, Sarcastic Confession.