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Drama
Horror
Thriller

The Resident (2018) Review in 2025

7.5/10
Moderate success

A psychological thriller about a young nurse who becomes obsessed with her new doctor colleague, but things take a dark turn.

1h 44m
English (Dubbed: None)
Age group: 18-35, Interests: Thrillers, Horror
Director:
Fede Alvarez
Budget: 1 million USD
Gross: 70 million USD

Family-Friendly Rating

Is this movie suitable for family viewing?

Not recommended for family viewing due to mature themes and intense scenes.

CineReview Recommendation

This movie is worth watching for fans of psychological thrillers and horror movies, but it's not suitable for family viewing.

Spoiler Alert!

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The movie takes a sharp turn when the nurse discovers her doctor's dark past, leading to a thrilling cat-and-mouse game.

Review Details

story8.00/10

The story is engaging and suspenseful, with a sharp turn that keeps the viewer on the edge of their seat.

acting8.50/10

The acting is superb, with great performances from the entire cast.

characters7.50/10

The characters are well-developed, but some of them feel a bit one-dimensional.

direction8.50/10

The direction is excellent, with a great balance of tension and suspense.

cinematography8.00/10

The cinematography is good, but sometimes feels a bit too dark and grainy.

Pros and Cons

Pros

The movie has a great cast, excellent direction, and a suspenseful story that keeps the viewer engaged.

Cons

The movie has some minor flaws, such as some characters feeling a bit one-dimensional and the cinematography being a bit too dark and grainy.

Notable Quotes

"I'm not a monster, I'm just a doctor who's made some mistakes."
"You're not a doctor, you're a monster."

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