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The Three Brothers

1995·Movie
1h 45min

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No stream option in US yet.

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Funny, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and slapstick

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Physical Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Three half-brothers are reunited at their mother's funeral. After being told of their inheritance they quickly spend the money, only to find out that they will not receive it after all. The men grow closer while deciding how to proceed.
French ComedyFamily ReunionBrotherhoodSituational HumorFinancial TroublesCharacter-DrivenFeel-GoodClassic1990s

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Where can I stream The Three Brothers legally?

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Is The Three Brothers worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Three Brothers?

1 h 45 min

The Three Brothers runs 1 h 45 min.

Was The Three Brothers a box office hit?

Budget$8 million
Box office$46 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $46 million worldwide, 6.1 times its budget.

What language is The Three Brothers in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch The Three Brothers?

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What tropes does The Three Brothers use?

Chewbacca DefenseMama's Baby, Papa's MaybeNever Win the LotteryClear My NameSlobs Versus SnobsMrs. RobinsonRight in Front of MeSink or Swim FatherhoodTake That!Starving ArtistCoincidental BroadcastSibling Triangleand 52 more

TV Tropes lists 64 storytelling tropes for The Three Brothers, including Chewbacca Defense, Mama's Baby, Papa's Maybe, Never Win the Lottery.