The Quiet One

1948·Movie
1h 5min

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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and society

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

A documentary account of the rehabilitation at the Wiltwyck School of an emotionally disturbed black boy who is unwanted, misunderstood, and inwardly tortured.
Classic DocumentarySocial RealismPsychological DramaChildhood TraumaRehabilitation StoryEmotional DepthHuman ConditionMid-Century AmericanaEducational Value

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Quiet One

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Where can I stream The Quiet One legally?

The Quiet One is included with a subscription to GuideDoc in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome, Cineverse, and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Quiet One worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.4 and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Quiet One rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is The Quiet One?

1 h 5 min

The Quiet One runs 1 h 5 min.

Is The Quiet One based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Quiet One?

Critics75
Audiences68

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 68 out of 100, so both groups see The Quiet One much the same way.

What language is The Quiet One in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Quiet One?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Quiet One in 57 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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