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C'est la vie!
2017·Movie
C'est la vie! fingerprint
Funny.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace6
- Tension5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Hopeful
Much of it is about family.
- Hopefulness7
- Family Dynamics7
- Romance6
Humor
Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
- Situational Comedy8
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Physical Comedy5
World
Everyday modern life, family, and show business
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
C'est la vie! is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Heart
MediumHopeful
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's hopeful. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Related traits
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of situational comedy and sharp wit
Expect plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and show business
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and show business.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability7Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Showbiz7Entertainment industry and performance.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Max is a battle-weary veteran of the wedding-planning racket. His latest — and last — gig is a hell of a fête, involving stuffy period costumes for the caterers, a vain, hyper- sensitive singer who thinks he's a Gallic James Brown, and a morose, micromanaging groom determined to make Max's night as miserable as possible. But what makes the affair too bitter to endure is that Max's colleague and ostensible girlfriend, Joisette, seems to have written him off, coolly going about her professional duties while openly flirting with a much younger server. It's going to be a very long night… especially once the groom's aerial serenade gets underway.
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Is C'est la vie! worth watching?
73
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is C'est la vie! rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is C'est la vie!?
1 h 55 min
C'est la vie! runs 1 h 55 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on C'est la vie!?
Critics80
Audiences65
Not quite. Critics rate C'est la vie! higher (80) than audiences (65). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was C'est la vie! a box office hit?
Budget$17 million
Box office$24 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $17 million to make and earned $24 million worldwide, 1.4 times its budget.
What language is C'est la vie! in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch C'est la vie!?
44
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