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The Servant
1988·Movie
The Servant fingerprint
Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Violence5
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Pathos6
- Melancholy5
- Catharsis4
Humor
Some satire and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Absurdist Humor6
- Dark Humor6
World
Politics, society, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Ambiguity8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Visual Stylization7
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome satire and absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighPolitics, society, and the mind
Its world is built around politics, society, and the mind. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity8Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Meta Narrative7Stories about storytelling.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative6Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Psychedelic5Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Multiple-value and tangled relationships between servant and boss... Imperceptible displacement of recognizable reality... Metaphysical dimension of our lives...
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Questions about The Servant
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Servant worth watching?
62
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Servant rated?
Violence
Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Servant?
2 h 21 min
The Servant runs 2 h 21 min.
What language is The Servant in?
Russian
It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.
What tropes does The Servant use?
Manipulative BastardAmbiguously BiHoney TrapRule of SymbolismOnly One NamePrecision F-StrikeThe AlcoholicMen Can't Keep HouseGeneric GuyAntagonist TitleWounded Gazelle GambitHomoerotic Subtextand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for The Servant, including Manipulative Bastard, Ambiguously Bi, Honey Trap.