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Ridicule fingerprint
Funny, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Hopefulness5
- Catharsis5
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and satire
- Wit & Wordplay8
- Satire & Parody6
- Dark Humor4
World
History, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- Dialogue Centrality9
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout dialogue, performances, and characters
- Dialogue Quality9
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
HighPlenty of sharp wit and satire
Expect plenty of sharp wit and satire.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay8Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody6Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, politics, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout dialogue, performances, and characters
The dialogue, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
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Wit is the ultimate weapon.
To get royal backing on a needed drainage project, a poor French lord must learn to play the delicate games of wit at court at Versailles.
Historical DramaFrench AristocracyWitty DialoguePolitical IntrigueSocial SatireCourtly MannersClass ConflictPeriod PieceCharacter-Driven
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Questions about Ridicule
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ridicule worth watching?
68
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Ridicule?
1 h 42 min
Ridicule runs 1 h 42 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Ridicule?
Critics81
Audiences78
Yes. Critics average 81 and audiences 78 out of 100, so both groups see Ridicule much the same way.
Was Ridicule a box office hit?
Budget$3 million
Box office$3 million
No. It cost about $3 million to make and earned $3 million worldwide, 83% of its budget.
What language is Ridicule in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Ridicule?
5
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What tropes does Ridicule use?
Distant FinaleObstructive BureaucratDefrosting Ice QueenEmotionless GirlDude, Not Funny!Title DropGold DiggerImpoverished PatricianDramatic UnmaskComeback TomorrowSmart People Play ChessHeel Realizationand 25 more
TV Tropes lists 37 storytelling tropes for Ridicule, including Distant Finale, Obstructive Bureaucrat, Defrosting Ice Queen.