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Apt Pupil fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Melancholic and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Coming of Age7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
World
The mind, crime, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Intrigue8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Apt Pupil is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowMelancholic and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
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.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumThe mind, crime, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around the mind, crime, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
If you don't believe in the existence of evil, you've got a lot to learn
One day in 1984, Todd Bowden, a brilliant high school boy fascinated by the history of Nazism, stumbles across an old man whose appearance resembles that of Kurt Dussander, a wanted Nazi war criminal. A month later, Todd decides to knock on his door.
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Questions about Apt Pupil
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Apt Pupil worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 54%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Apt Pupil rated?
RViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.
How long is Apt Pupil?
1 h 47 min
Apt Pupil runs 1 h 47 min.
Is Apt Pupil based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a novel.
Do critics and audiences agree on Apt Pupil?
Critics54
Audiences63
Not quite. Audiences rate Apt Pupil higher (63) than critics (54). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was Apt Pupil a box office hit?
Budget$14 million
Box office$9 million
No. It cost about $14 million to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 63% of its budget.
What language is Apt Pupil in?
EnglishGerman
It was made in English, with some German. Produced in France, United States.
In how many countries can I watch Apt Pupil?
55
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+41GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Apt Pupil in 55 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Apt Pupil use?
Adaptational Alternate EndingAdaptational Nice GuyMistaken for GayArtistic License – MilitaryKarma HoudiniLighter and SofterHollywood Military UniformHe Knows Too MuchSpared by the AdaptationNazi GrandpaDriven to SuicideEvil Is Not a Toyand 2 more
TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Apt Pupil, including Adaptational Alternate Ending, Adaptational Nice Guy, Mistaken for Gay.