---
title: "The Guardian"
year: 1990
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-guardian-1990"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 32043
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Guardian (1990) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-guardian-1990

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Guardian is a film first released in 1990. Catalogued under Fantasy, Horror.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A new nanny's dark secret threatens a newborn family."

### Why Watch
- Atmospheric 1990s horror vibe
- Compact 92‑minute runtime maintains tension
- Unsettling premise of a deceptive caregiver

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited character depth due to short runtime
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains horror and fantasy elements with suspenseful scenes, appropriate for mature viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: horror, fantasy, creepy, tension

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic premise of the film?
A couple hires a live‑in nanny for their newborn, only to discover she is not what she seems.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story centers on Phil, Kate, and the nanny Camilla.

### Q: When was the movie released?
It was released in the United States on April 27, 1990.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as fantasy and horror.

### Q: How long is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Guardian — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/32043)

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