The Stranger
Netflix | Release Date (Streaming): October 19, 2022
6.5
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Generally favorable reviews based on 25 Ratings
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7
pangipinguOct 20, 2022
Australian crime dramas have always kept me on edge despite their knack for the implication of violence rather than actually showing it on the big screen. Wright's peculiar style of narration, unraveling the story in a somewhat unconventionalAustralian crime dramas have always kept me on edge despite their knack for the implication of violence rather than actually showing it on the big screen. Wright's peculiar style of narration, unraveling the story in a somewhat unconventional style, actually amplifies the impact the story leaves on the audience. As for the score and cinematography, a better job couldn't have been possibly done as the atmospheric style totally suits the storyline. Even though Joel Edgerton delivers an acceptable performance as a character living a dual life, one must admit that it is Sean Harris who carries the whole movie with his nuanced yet powerhouse delivery. One tiny bit of criticism: I am sure they could have come up with a much better and more intriguing title than "The Stranger".… Expand
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BoxheadDec 2, 2022
Excellent atmosphere, really unnerving in a good way. Slow burn with a unique twist.
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4
royalguy07Jan 1, 2023
If you like Australians mumbling and Sean Harris saying "Nothing" boy do I have something to show you.
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imthenoobJan 26, 2023
I wanted to like this one more than I did. When it comes down to it, this movie felt like a shallow imitation of what would make for a good suspenseful film rather than actually being a good suspenseful film. Slow plot, bad pacing, and anI wanted to like this one more than I did. When it comes down to it, this movie felt like a shallow imitation of what would make for a good suspenseful film rather than actually being a good suspenseful film. Slow plot, bad pacing, and an emotional disconnection that makes it so you honestly don't care about what happens or how it plays out.… Expand
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6
bertobellamyOct 26, 2022
'The Stranger' lives up to its title by leaving the two protagonists as that: two complete strangers. Director and screenwriter Thomas M. Wright sure knows how to slowly build this true crime story, but, in the end, it feels like we've barely'The Stranger' lives up to its title by leaving the two protagonists as that: two complete strangers. Director and screenwriter Thomas M. Wright sure knows how to slowly build this true crime story, but, in the end, it feels like we've barely come to know these people. The disjointed execution is also kind of problematic; the blurring between reality and nightmares is disquieting, but it leads to nothing. Thankfully, Joel Edgerton and Sean Harris' acting is enough to keep you watching, although the end doesn't feel climatic at all. Either way, you have to appreciate the unconventional approach Wright and his team took.… Expand
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8
alejandro970Nov 25, 2022
Este thriller policiaco es de aquellos que juegan con la paciencia del espectador, aunque para bien, con un desarrollo pausado aunque intrigante, con secuencias casi silenciosas y un final difícil de predecir que deja más preguntas que respuestas.
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7
JLuis_001Oct 21, 2022
Its style reminded me of Villeneuve's Prisoner, which is not necessarily a compliment, but as far as it goes, the director, despite being new to this, manages to give a certain distinction to what he does.

I was expecting a more oppressiveIts style reminded me of Villeneuve's Prisoner, which is not necessarily a compliment, but as far as it goes, the director, despite being new to this, manages to give a certain distinction to what he does.

I was expecting a more oppressive film taking into account what its plot explores, however I like how it handles the ups and downs of its main characters, Joel Edgerton and Sean Harris who are excellent in this story, even when the script in some passages does not make it very clear what is the purpose of their path, even so the film is more than captivating if you love a good slow burner.

It is very sad to know that this movie will be lost very soon in the Netflix catalog. I definitely would have paid a ticket to see it.… Expand
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6
OrukayuJan 22, 2023
Australian origin detective film made in 2022. The movie is too heavy. There is a constant air of tension, but no tension. There is a lot of dialogue. But the result is questionable.

A man meets another man on the bus. This acquaintance isAustralian origin detective film made in 2022. The movie is too heavy. There is a constant air of tension, but no tension. There is a lot of dialogue. But the result is questionable.

A man meets another man on the bus. This acquaintance is doing some illegal business. The other is asking for help from it. Then, over time, the man rises in these jobs. Over time, the place of duty of the man he met on the bus changes. This is meeting higher men. But the man has a secret. A child was kidnapped in the past and was never found again. This man has also been prosecuted as a suspect. But he denied it and there is no evidence. That's why he had to be released. Will this event come before him in the criminal organization?

The movie has sexual implications, no nudity.… Expand
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9
geewahMay 24, 2023
A dark and atmospheric Aussie crime drama that is driven by two fantastic performances from it's leads Edgerton & Harris.
One of the best Australian movies in recent years.
Kudos to Sean Harris for pulling off one of the best Aussie accentsA dark and atmospheric Aussie crime drama that is driven by two fantastic performances from it's leads Edgerton & Harris.
One of the best Australian movies in recent years.
Kudos to Sean Harris for pulling off one of the best Aussie accents by a non-Australian to be heard in movies.… Expand
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8
alanpotter17Nov 2, 2022
O filme tem uma excelente atmosfera, rodado na estrada. Conta com uma edição não-linear para sustentar o suspense. A questão é que é tudo muito previsível, porém, o filme foca não no desfecho, mas no processo, acertadamente muito bem feito eO filme tem uma excelente atmosfera, rodado na estrada. Conta com uma edição não-linear para sustentar o suspense. A questão é que é tudo muito previsível, porém, o filme foca não no desfecho, mas no processo, acertadamente muito bem feito e realista. Ao optar por cenas minimalistas sem abrir mão do realismo, o filme acerta no tom, vemos um homem comum que cometeu um crime terrível, mas graças à mão equilibrada do diretor, acompanhamos a história sem grandes sentimentos de repugnância.… Expand
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