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Water Lilies fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Romantic and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age10
- Romance7
- Wholesome7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
World
Growing up, everyday modern life, and sports
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Water Lilies is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumRomantic and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up.
Emotionally, it's romantic, wholesome, and hopeful. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age10Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumGrowing up, everyday modern life, and sports
Its world is built around growing up, everyday modern life, and sports.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Sports7Competition, training, and teamwork.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Set during a sultry summer in a French suburb, Marie is desperate to join the local pool's synchronized swimming team, but is her interest solely for the sake of sport or for a chance to get close to Floriane, the bad girl of the team? Sciamma, and the two leads, capture the uncertainty of teenage sexuality with a sympathetic eye in this delicate drama of the angst of coming-of-age.
French Coming-of-AgeTeenage SexualitySuburban SummerDelicate DramaIntimate Character StudyQuietly ObservationalSympathetic PerspectivePoolside SettingFirst Love
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Questions about Water Lilies
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Water Lilies worth watching?
70
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Water Lilies rated?
NRSexual content
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is Water Lilies?
1 h 25 min
Water Lilies runs 1 h 25 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Water Lilies?
Critics74
Audiences68
Yes. Critics average 74 and audiences 68 out of 100, so both groups see Water Lilies much the same way.
What language is Water Lilies in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Water Lilies?
14
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Water Lilies in 14 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Water Lilies use?
Stalker with a CrushTerse TalkerWalking Swimsuit SceneFille FataleReally 17 Years OldPost-Kiss CatatoniaLove DodecahedronTomboy and Girly GirlGayngstComing-of-Age Queer RomanceRule of PoolHeterosexual Life-Partnersand 53 more
TV Tropes lists 65 storytelling tropes for Water Lilies, including Stalker with a Crush, Terse Talker, Walking Swimsuit Scene.