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Pearl (2022)

“An X-traordinary origin story.”

7.2/10 · 2,726 votes 1h 42m r ThrillerDramaHorror

#70 of 226 films from 2022 #482 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Ti West · Written by Ti West, Mia Goth

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Overview

Trapped on her family’s isolated farm, Pearl must tend to her ailing father under the bitter and overbearing watch of her devout mother. Lusting for a glamorous life like she’s seen in the movies, Pearl’s ambitions, temptations, and repressions collide.

Cast

Mia Gothas Pearl
Tandi Wrightas Ruth
David Corenswetas Projectionist
Emma Jenkins-Purroas Mitsy
Matthew Sunderlandas Father
Alistair Sewellas Howard
Amelia Reidas Margaret
Gabe McDonnellas Woman
Lauren Stewartas Pianist
Todd Ripponas Director
Grace Achesonas Ticket Taker
Shaman Theronas Crying Girl (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateSeptember 16, 2022
Runtime102 min (1h 42m) — shorter as the 2022 average of 113 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$1,000,000
Box office$9,847,490 (9.8× budget)
IMDbtt18925334

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Questions

How long is Pearl?
Pearl runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is Pearl worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 2,726 votes, which places it #70 of 226 films released in 2022 in this index (top 69%) and #482 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Pearl?
Pearl was directed by Ti West. Other well-rated titles by the same director: X (2022), MaXXXine (2024), The House of the Devil (2009).
Who stars in Pearl?
Mia Goth as Pearl; Tandi Wright as Ruth; David Corenswet as Projectionist; Emma Jenkins-Purro as Mitsy; Matthew Sunderland as Father; Alistair Sewell as Howard.
What is Pearl rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Pearl?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/52388.

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