The Guardian (2021) May 2026

: Many viewers find the two-hour runtime too long for the amount of story provided. Some critics on IMDb describe the script as "mind-numbingly slow" and lacking genuine horror scares.

Reviewers are divided, with professional ratings often hovering around a to 6/10 . The Guardian (2021)

: Critics from Rotten Tomatoes and The Movie Database (TMDB) highlight the film's "atmospheric psychological horror" and strong emotional foundation. The production quality, costumes, and cinematography are frequently cited as its strongest points. : Many viewers find the two-hour runtime too

: Given the pop-star setting, the film features several musical numbers and "eye candy" sequences that some find entertaining, though others feel they distract from the horror. : Critics from Rotten Tomatoes and The Movie

: While some appreciate the late-film plot twists, others found the extensive flashbacks used to explain them to be tedious.