Au Revoir les Enfants
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High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Spectacle6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody3
- Dark Humor3
World
History, war, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and storytelling
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Narrative Structure8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Au Revoir les Enfants is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- 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.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome5Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, war, and growing up
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, war, and growing up. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Warfare8Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and storytelling
The direction, performances, and storytelling stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- 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 Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Is Au Revoir les Enfants worth watching?
Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 88/100 (IMDb 8, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Au Revoir les Enfants rated?
It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is Au Revoir les Enfants?
1 h 45 min
Au Revoir les Enfants runs 1 h 45 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Au Revoir les Enfants?
Not quite. Critics rate Au Revoir les Enfants higher (93) than audiences (85). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Au Revoir les Enfants a box office hit?
Roughly broke even. It cost about $3 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 1.5 times its budget.
What language is Au Revoir les Enfants in?
It was made in French, with some English, German, Greek, Latin. Produced in Germany, France, Italy.
In how many countries can I watch Au Revoir les Enfants?
+5GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Au Revoir les Enfants in 19 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Au Revoir les Enfants use?
TV Tropes lists 33 storytelling tropes for Au Revoir les Enfants, including Card-Carrying Villain, Laser-Guided Karma, We Used to Be Friends.