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The Perfect Bride
1991·Movie
·1h 34min·
The Perfect Bride fingerprint
High energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Scary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
- Scare8
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance4
- Melancholy4
- Pathos3
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
World
Everyday modern life, mystery, and crime
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality5
- Rewatchability4
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Narrative Structure7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition5
Energy
HighScary and tense
Fast from start to finish.
The Perfect Bride is scary, tense, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Scare8Frightening moments and scares.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis2Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
LowEveryday modern life, mystery, and crime
Its world is built around everyday modern life, mystery, and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism
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About
She's the perfect bride... and the perfect killer.
A young woman begins to suspect that her brother's young fiancée, an attractive Englishwoman, is actually a serial killer who kills men on the eve of their weddings.
Psychological ThrillerSerial Killer MysterySuspensefulDeceptive AppearancesEscapist EntertainmentDark UndertonesEngaging PlotClassic 90s TV Movie
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Questions about The Perfect Bride
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Is The Perfect Bride worth watching?
50
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Perfect Bride rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Perfect Bride?
1 h 34 min
The Perfect Bride runs 1 h 34 min.
What language is The Perfect Bride in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch The Perfect Bride?
2
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Perfect Bride in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Perfect Bride use?
Black ComedyIt's All My FaultFace of an Angel, Mind of a DemonConsummate LiarBeauty Is BadSoft-Spoken SadistTragic KeepsakeDeath by Falling OverDeadly DoctorPrecision F-StrikeClingy Jealous GirlFlorence Nightingale Effectand 27 more
TV Tropes lists 39 storytelling tropes for The Perfect Bride, including Black Comedy, It's All My Fault, Face of an Angel, Mind of a Demon.