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La Puce
1999·Movie
·42min·
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No humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension4
- Fast Pace3
- Adrenaline2
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
- Coming of Age8
- Romance6
- Melancholy5
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Cringe Humor2
- Dark Humor2
World
Everyday modern life and growing up
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion6
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
La Puce is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle2Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about growing up.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about growing up.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumEveryday modern life and growing up
Its world is built around everyday modern life and growing up.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn7Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
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 Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Marion is a 14-year-old girl who is on holiday with her family by the sea in Normandy. But she soon comes into conflict with her mother and siblings. There she also meets a man named Marc, to whom she feels attracted, who sees her and desires her. Back in Paris, she visits him again. For the first time in her life, she will make love to him.
Coming-of-Age DramaEroticFrench CinemaPsychologicalMelancholyNormandySlow-BurnCharacter-Driven
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Questions about La Puce
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is La Puce worth watching?
57
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 81). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is La Puce rated?
Sexual content
Content advisories: sexual content.
How long is La Puce?
0 h 42 min
La Puce runs 0 h 42 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on La Puce?
Critics86
Audiences68
Not quite. Critics rate La Puce higher (86) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is La Puce in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
What tropes does La Puce use?
Addled AddictAmbiguously GayAnxiety DreamsBecause Destiny Says SoBittersweet EndingBlack-and-Grey MoralityCringe ComedyThe CutieLeitmotifLand Down UnderSibling RivalryRight Through the Walland 18 more
TV Tropes lists 30 storytelling tropes for La Puce, including Addled Addict, Ambiguously Gay, Anxiety Dreams.