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Striking style.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Spectacle5
- Tension3
Heart
Uplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
- Hopefulness9
- Wholesome8
- Coming of Age8
Humor
Some slapstick and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Situational Comedy4
World
Growing up, family, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Rewatchability7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Madeline is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumUplifting and wholesome
Much of it is about growing up and family.
Emotionally, it's uplifting and wholesome. Much of it is about growing up and family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness9Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age8Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome slapstick and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy4Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome8Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumGrowing up, family, and history
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around growing up, family, and history. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity2Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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In an old house in Paris, that was covered with vines...
Horrified at the prospect of her beloved school being sold, a young French girl named Madeline uses her wit and craftiness to attempt to save it, making an unlikely new friend in the process.
Charming Children's FilmParisian SettingNostalgic AtmosphereFamily-FriendlyWarm-HeartedComing-of-AgeVisual StorytellingOptimistic
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Madeline worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 67%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Madeline rated?
PG
It's rated PG in the United States.
How long is Madeline?
1 h 29 min
Madeline runs 1 h 29 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Madeline?
Critics67
Audiences52
Not quite. Critics rate Madeline higher (67) than audiences (52). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Madeline a box office hit?
Budget$20 million
Box office$30 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $20 million to make and earned $30 million worldwide, 1.5 times its budget.
What language is Madeline in?
EnglishFrenchSpanish
It was made in English, with some French, Spanish. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Madeline?
111
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+97GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Madeline in 111 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Madeline use?
Chekhov's SkillSetting UpdateAdaptation Personality ChangeSaving the OrphanageShout-OutWhat Happened to the Mouse?Secret Pet PlotEvil ClownMistaken for FlatulenceShip TeaseAdaptation DistillationRuptured Appendixand 60 more
TV Tropes lists 72 storytelling tropes for Madeline, including Chekhov's Skill, Setting Update, Adaptation Personality Change.