7.4
Thesis fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Violence7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos4
- Catharsis3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Cringe Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Intrigue9
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Thesis is tense, scary, and violent. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny5Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and mystery
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and mystery.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime9Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout characters
The characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
Skip it if
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
My name is Ángela. They're going to kill me.
Actors
Crew
Titles like Thesis
You are here: Thesis
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Thesis
Thesis1996
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Manhunter (1986)Hounds of Love (2016)What Keeps You Alive (2018)Calibre (2018)Nightwatch (1994)Them (2006)The Patient (2022)Little Bone Lodge (2023)Cropsey (2010)Memoir of a Murderer (2017)The Girl Who Got Away (2021)Roadgames (1981)Lover, Stalker, Killer (2024)Tightrope (1984)Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986)Unsane (2018)Saw (2003)The Loved Ones (2010)Sleep Tight (2011)The Disappearance of Alice Creed (2009)Sweetpea (2024)Dead Calm (1989)Julia's Eyes (2010)V (2020)Ratsasan (2018)Audition (2000)Detective Hole (2026)Grotesquerie (2024)Big Bad Wolves (2013)Dark Night of the Scarecrow (1981)Berlin Syndrome (2017)The Passenger (2023)Klute (1971)Black Christmas (1974)The Treatment (2014)No Mercy (2010)Blink (1993)The Valhalla Murders (2019)The Body (2012)Dublin Murders (2019)13 Tzameti (2006)The Girl in the Fog (2017)Tell No One (2006)Anjaam Pathiraa (2020)Fatma (2021)Dexter: New Blood (2021)Ittefaq (2017)I Saw the Devil (2010)Eden (2013)Funny Games (1997)The Clovehitch Killer (2018)Stuck (2007)Resurrection (2022)Alice, Sweet Alice (1976)The Following (2013)Ripley's Game (2002)Hard Candy (2006)Chance (2016)Mithya (2022)Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru (2016)The Keeper of Lost Causes (2013)Deliverance (1972)A Walk Among the Tombstones (2014)Good Boy (2026)
Sequels and Prequels
Media
Questions about Thesis
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Thesis worth watching?
Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 86%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Thesis rated?
Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and sexual content.
How long is Thesis?
2 h 5 min
Thesis runs 2 h 5 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Thesis?
Yes. Critics average 86 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see Thesis much the same way.
What language is Thesis in?
It was made in Spanish. Produced in Spain.
In how many countries can I watch Thesis?
+62GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Thesis in 76 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Thesis use?
TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for Thesis, including The Hunter Becomes the Hunted, Face Death with Dignity, Chekhov's Gun.