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Candy

1968·Movie
2h 4min·R

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Funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle4
  • Tension2

Heart

Nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Nostalgia7
  • Coming of Age7
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

Plenty of absurdist humor and satire

  • Absurdist Humor9
  • Satire & Parody8
  • Physical Comedy7

World

History, growing up, and society

  • Novelty7
  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Dialogue Quality5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Visual Stylization7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

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About

She's only faithful to the book.

A high school girl encounters a variety of kookie characters and humorous sexual situations while searching for the meaning of life.
Absurdist Sex Comedy1960s Counter-CultureSatirical AdventureEccentric CharactersPsychedelic VisualsExplicit & HumorousComing-of-Age QuestCult ClassicNonsensical Plot

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Candy worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Candy rated?

RNuditySexual contentStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and strong language.

How long is Candy?

2 h 4 min

Candy runs 2 h 4 min.

What language is Candy in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in France, Italy, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Candy?

5CAITSMUSVA

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Candy in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Candy use?

Going Cold TurkeyNo Matter How Much I BegBreak Her Heart To Save HerAuto EroticaDies Wide OpenRoom Full of CrazyArtistic StimulationStreet Walker

TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for Candy, including Going Cold Turkey, No Matter How Much I Beg, Break Her Heart To Save Her.