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À la Mode
1993·Movie
·1h 22min·
À la Mode fingerprint
Big heart, strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension4
- Spectacle4
- Fast Pace3
Heart
Romantic and nostalgic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Coming of Age9
- Romance8
- Nostalgia8
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy4
- Satire & Parody4
World
History, growing up, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography8
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
À la Mode is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
HighRomantic and nostalgic
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's romantic, nostalgic, and moving. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Coming of Age9Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance8Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia8Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, growing up, and family
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, growing up, and family. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
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.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Fausto enters an orphanage and is initially bullied, but then makes friends with a new bunkmate, Raymond. He is apprenticed to Mietek, a tailor in the Jewish quarter, who teaches him the trade. Fausto charms everyone in the quarter, and falls in love with Tonie, the mechanic's daughter. He starts making outrageous suits for publicity and, after dressing Tonie, decides that he wants to be a famous couturier.
Pre-War Jewish Quarter DramaComing-of-Age RomanceTailor's Apprentice StoryHistorical Period PieceBittersweet NostalgiaArtistic Ambition vs. RealityIntimate Character StudyEuropean Art-House Cinema
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No sequels or prequels available
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Is À la Mode worth watching?
52
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is À la Mode rated?
Sexual contentStrong language
Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.
How long is À la Mode?
1 h 22 min
À la Mode runs 1 h 22 min.
What language is À la Mode in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.