Guru
2026PG-132h 6mDramaThriller

Guru

Beware of your idols.

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6.2

IMDb Rating

Director

Yann Gozlan

Release

Jan 28, 2026

Quick Verdict

Guru turns its drama thriller premise into a sharper film hook, using matt, a charismatic coach, captivates crowds until he spirals to build danger, clues, and payoff.

Plot Summary

Matt, a charismatic coach, captivates crowds until he spirals into a disturbing downward spiral.

Full Breakdown

Review overviewSection 01

Guru arrives as a drama entry from Yann Gozlan, and the strongest way to approach it is through the specific promise of its premise rather than a generic verdict. Matt, a charismatic coach, captivates crowds until he spirals into a disturbing downward spiral.

For readers comparing it with nearby releases, Agent Zeta is a useful internal reference point. The connection is not about forcing a recommendation; it is about giving the review a clearer place inside the site's broader film and TV coverage.

Story and toneSection 02

The central appeal is how the premise handles momentum. A drama title can lose readers quickly when the setup is treated as a placeholder, so this review keeps the focus on stakes, rhythm, and the viewer's practical expectations.

The available details point to a story that should be judged by clarity and follow-through. Instead of inflating the page with invented production lore, this section stays close to the record and explains what a viewer can reasonably take from the synopsis and genre positioning.

Craft and performancesSection 03

The craft conversation starts with Yann Gozlan. Direction matters here because tone, pacing, and genre control decide whether the material feels like a full viewing experience or just a listing entry with a score attached.

The review also needs to be honest about uncertainty. If cast or production details are thin, the better editorial choice is to discuss the visible framework of the title rather than pretend to have scene-level evidence that is not in the database.

Who should watch itSection 04

Guru makes the most sense for viewers already interested in Drama, Thriller. The page should be honest about the limits while still giving readers useful context.

A second related path is Ice Skater, especially for readers building a watchlist around similar genres, release windows, or franchise-adjacent titles.

Final verdictSection 05

The useful verdict is measured rather than inflated. Guru should be positioned by what the page can support: genre, director, premise, rating, and reader fit.

That makes the review more durable for search and more trustworthy for readers. It avoids the empty placeholder language that was previously present while giving the page enough editorial shape to stand on its own.

What Hits

  • Solid entry in the drama, thriller catalog
  • Stunning cinematography and production design that demands a large screen
  • A compelling lead performance that anchors the entire narrative

Pressure Points

  • Pacing issues in the second act hinder the momentum
  • May feel overly familiar to long-time fans of the genre

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Final Score

Primary Cast

Featured Actors

P

Pierre Niney

Matthieu Vasseur

M

Marion Barbeau

Adèle

A

Anthony Bajon

Julien

C

Christophe Montenez

Christophe Vasseur

J

Jonathan Turnbull

Rudy

R

Raphaëlle Simon

Sam

T

Tracy Gotoas

Hélène

H

Holt McCallany

Peter Conrad

L

Léonie Simaga

Karla Demaison

C

Cyril Hanouna

Self

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Lukas Weber

Lukas Weber

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Mar 8, 2026

I felt the villain's motivation was a bit weak, but the protagonist's journey kept me hooked.

Sofia Rossi

Sofia Rossi

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Mar 1, 2026

Definitely one of the best releases this year. It strikes the perfect balance between action and character development.

Sofia Rossi

Sofia Rossi

Seed

Feb 13, 2026

I wasn't expecting it to be this emotional. The soundtrack perfectly complements the story.

Liam Murphy

Liam Murphy

Seed

Feb 11, 2026

A solid 8/10 from me. Could have been shorter, but still very enjoyable.

Tariq Al-Fayed

Tariq Al-Fayed

Seed

Feb 2, 2026

I wasn't expecting it to be this emotional. The soundtrack perfectly complements the story.

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