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The Tenant
2011·Movie
·1h 36min·
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High energy, striking style, emotionally cool.
Energy
Scary and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Scare8
- Adrenaline7
- Tension7
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Family Dynamics3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor7
- Cringe Humor3
- Absurdist Humor3
World
The mind, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty6
- Dialogue Centrality5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
HighScary and thrilling
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Tenant is scary, thrilling, and tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny9Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor7Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumThe mind, crime, and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around the mind, crime, and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Tech & Humanity7Human stories in a tech world.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque8Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Your next breath will be your last
A simple man, Dr. Walter Newman has high aspirations to cure all disease through genetic manipulation. His obsession with his mission draws him deeper into his own dark world, distracting him from his wife Olivia and from his responsibilities to his patients at the Edgewood Asylum. The doctor's loyal but diabolical nurse, Ms. Tinsley, decides to take matters into her own hands and in secret she conducts her own experiment. When Dr. Newman realizes what has been done, a deformed creature that defies nature is created. Part human, part nightmare. Dr. Newman knows what he must do, but is it already too late?
Psychological HorrorGenetic ExperimentationMad ScientistDeformed CreatureDark ObsessionMoral DecayGothic AtmosphereIsolation and Paranoia
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Questions about The Tenant
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Tenant worth watching?
55
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 3.1 and Metacritic 71). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Tenant rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is The Tenant?
1 h 36 min
The Tenant runs 1 h 36 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Tenant?
Critics71
Audiences40
Not quite. Critics rate The Tenant higher (71) than audiences (40). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Tenant in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Tenant use?
Bandage MummyBeware the Nice OnesCircle of ShameCreepy CrossdresserDriven to SuicideEat the CameraThe Film of the BookMundane HorrorWould Hurt a ChildSanity SlippageThe Tooth HurtsMind Screwand 6 more
TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for The Tenant, including Bandage Mummy, Beware the Nice Ones, Circle of Shame.