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The Watcher
2021·Movie
·1h 29min·
The Watcher fingerprint
No humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline6
- Fast Pace6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance5
- Hopefulness5
- Pathos4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life and mystery
- World Immersion6
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare4Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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Krishna who had to languish at home because of an injury. In order not to get bored, he uses the binoculars his friends gave him to look at his beautiful neighbor named Tiara. One day, Krishna accidentally found out that a group of people were planning to kidnap Tiara. He tried to stop the plan before it was too late.
Voyeuristic ThrillerAccidental WitnessKidnapping PlotNeighborly ObservationSuspenseful RescueContemporary Indonesian CinemaOrdinary HeroBinocular Perspective
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Questions about The Watcher
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Watcher worth watching?
55
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6 and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Watcher?
1 h 29 min
The Watcher runs 1 h 29 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Watcher?
Critics50
Audiences30
Not quite. Critics rate The Watcher higher (50) than audiences (30). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Watcher in?
Indonesian
It was made in Indonesian. Produced in Indonesia.
What tropes does The Watcher use?
Police Are UselessKick the DogAmbiguously GayMurder the HypotenuseWorthy OpponentFacial HorrorAntagonist TitleRetired BadassAx-CrazyDepraved HomosexualEvil Wears BlackDamsel Fight-and-Flight Responseand 13 more
TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for The Watcher, including Police Are Useless, Kick the Dog, Ambiguously Gay.