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César

1936·Movie
2h 21min

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César fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

History, family, and class and money

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Leaping forward twenty years, the trilogy continues with the death of Fanny's husband, Panisse, and the discovery of her secret by her son, Césariot. The young man resolves to track down his biological father, Marius, whose life has been fraught with calamity and poverty.
Classic French DramaMelodramatic StorytellingCharacter-Driven NarrativeIntergenerational ConflictNostalgic AtmosphereMaritime SettingEmotional ResonancePoetic RealismTimeless Themes

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

Media

Questions about César

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Where can I stream César legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Darkroom. 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 César worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is César?

2 h 21 min

César runs 2 h 21 min.

What language is César in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch César?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for César in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.