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Manon
1949·Movie
Manon fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace5
Heart
Moving and romantic
- Pathos8
- Romance7
- Melancholy7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Satire & Parody2
- Dark Humor2
World
History, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality8
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and dialogue
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and romantic
Emotionally, it's moving, romantic, and melancholic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, everyday modern life, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, everyday modern life, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances, direction, and dialogue
The performances, direction, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative7Time-shifts and structure play.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Port of Marseille, France, recently liberated from the German yoke. Caught as stowaways aboard a ship, Manon, a young woman who was accused of collaborating with the Nazis, and Robert, a freedom fighter who saved her from reprisals, tell the captain about the many challenges they have had to face in order to survive.
Post-War DramaHumanist RomanceMoral DilemmasSocial CommentaryCharacter StudyFrench ClassicBleak RealismDramatic StorytellingSurvival Narrative
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Questions about Manon
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Is Manon worth watching?
58
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Manon rated?
ViolenceSexual content
Content advisories: violence and sexual content.
How long is Manon?
1 h 41 min
Manon runs 1 h 41 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Manon?
Critics50
Audiences66
Not quite. Audiences rate Manon higher (66) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Manon in?
FrenchArabicEnglishHebrew
It was made in French, with some Arabic, English, Hebrew. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Manon?
7
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Manon in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Manon use?
Big Storm EpisodeBlack Bead EyesGirlish PigtailsTitle Theme TuneFemale Feline, Male MuttSudden AnatomySick Episode"Everybody Laughs" Ending
TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for Manon, including Big Storm Episode, Black Bead Eyes, Girlish Pigtails.