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Guarding Tess
1994·Movie
·1h 36min·PG-13·
Guarding Tess fingerprint
Funny, strong craft.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Hopeful
- Hopefulness7
- Pathos6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and satire
- Situational Comedy8
- Satire & Parody7
- Wit & Wordplay6
World
Everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout performances
- Acting8
- Direction7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and satire
Expect plenty of situational comedy and satire.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumEveryday modern life
Its world is built around everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories 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.
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Questions about Guarding Tess
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Guarding Tess worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.2, Rotten Tomatoes 57%, and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Guarding Tess rated?
PG-13Strong language
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Guarding Tess?
1 h 36 min
Guarding Tess runs 1 h 36 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Guarding Tess?
Critics54
Audiences58
Yes. Critics average 54 and audiences 58 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?
51
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+37GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Guarding Tess in 51 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.