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Orphan
2025·Movie
Orphan fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Deeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy9
- Family Dynamics9
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy0
World
History, family, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
- Direction8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and profoundly sad
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving and profoundly sad. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy9Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumHistory, family, and politics
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, family, and politics. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
The performances, characters, and direction stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A young boy after the Hungarian uprising of 1956, raised by his mother with the tale of an idealized dead father, has his world turned upside down when a brutish man appears, claiming to be his true parent.
Historical DramaPost-War TraumaHungarian RevolutionFamily TragedyComing-of-AgePoignant & SomberBleak OutlookEmotional ImpactJewish Experience
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Questions about Orphan
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Orphan worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 65%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Orphan rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Orphan?
2 h 12 min
Orphan runs 2 h 12 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Orphan?
Critics65
Audiences65
Yes. Critics average 65 and audiences 65 out of 100, so both groups see Orphan much the same way.
What language is Orphan in?
Hungarian
It was made in Hungarian. Produced in France, Germany, Hungary, United Kingdom, Cyprus.
In how many countries can I watch Orphan?
47
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+33GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Orphan in 47 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Orphan use?
Porn StashAll Art Is AutobiographicalNightmare Fuel Coloring BookPunctuated! For! Emphasis!Snow Means DeathIronyJerkassDeath GlareCreative Closing CreditsRule of SymbolismPrecision F-StrikeOutliving One's Offspringand 52 more
TV Tropes lists 64 storytelling tropes for Orphan, including Porn Stash, All Art Is Autobiographical, Nightmare Fuel Coloring Book.