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The Sense of Wonder

2015·Movie
1h 40min
66
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Big heart, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension2
  • Fast Pace2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Romance8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy4
  • Absurdist Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Louise, a widow with two children, almost crushes a stranger with her car. She takes care of him, even if he's not really wounded. It turns out that he has mental disorders and that they can help each other much more than they thought.
Heartwarming French DramaUnconventional RomanceMental Health AwarenessQuietly PoignantCharming EccentricitySlow-Burn ConnectionEmpathetic StorytellingBeautiful Countryside SettingUplifting & Gentle

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Sense of Wonder legally?

The Sense of Wonder is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Sense of Wonder worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 67%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Sense of Wonder?

1 h 40 min

The Sense of Wonder runs 1 h 40 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Sense of Wonder?

Critics67
Audiences65

Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 65 out of 100, so both groups see The Sense of Wonder much the same way.

What language is The Sense of Wonder in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch The Sense of Wonder?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Sense of Wonder in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Sense of Wonder use?

Scenery PornTragic KeepsakeHates Being TouchedFence PaintingLook Both WaysTime LapseSmart People Play ChessNeat FreakLimited WardrobeThat Cloud Looks Like...Magical ComputerCharacter Ticsand 3 more

TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for The Sense of Wonder, including Scenery Porn, Tragic Keepsake, Hates Being Touched.