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The Apprentice
1971·Movie
·1h 21min·
The Apprentice fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
Heart
Romantic and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Romance7
- Pathos7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Cringe Humor4
- Physical Comedy3
World
Growing up, history, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Apprentice is tense and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic and moving
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's romantic and moving. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumGrowing up, history, and the mind
Its world is built around growing up, history, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism6Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
In Montréal, Jean-Pierre is fired on the set of a TV commercial where he's an apprentice technician. He's penniless, behind on his rent, with a thin resume and no college units. He has a fiancée, Michelle, but his head is turned by a free-spirited model, from the U.S., who saw him being fired and comes to his flat to apologize. She's Elizabeth, a combination of feckless innocence and sexual freedom. Jean-Pierre borrows money from his outlaw friend, Dock, and buys clothes to impress Elizabeth. Soon he's sleeping with her, and he pulls a theft with Dock to get money to take her to Acapulco. Michelle tries to bring him back to her orbit. Is there a way out for Jean-Pierre?
Canadian CinemaComing-of-AgeRomantic DramaInfidelityMontreal1970sCharacter StudySexual Awakening
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Questions about The Apprentice
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Apprentice worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 83%, and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Apprentice rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is The Apprentice?
1 h 21 min
The Apprentice runs 1 h 21 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Apprentice?
Critics86
Audiences67
Not quite. Critics rate The Apprentice higher (86) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is The Apprentice in?
FrenchEnglish
It was made in French, with some English. Produced in Canada.
What tropes does The Apprentice use?
Hate SinkGay ConservativeScrubbing Off the TraumaScatterbrained SeniorHomoerotic SubtextRule of ThreeAlas, Poor VillainAddled AddictStepford SmilerTrying Not to CryThe MafiaArmored Closet Gayand 42 more
TV Tropes lists 54 storytelling tropes for The Apprentice, including Hate Sink, Gay Conservative, Scrubbing Off the Trauma.