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Monsieur N.

2003·Movie
2h 0min
57
DecentGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Spectacle4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History, mystery, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

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This film covers the last years of the Emperor's life, imprisoned by the British on St Helena, a remote island off the west coast of Africa. Napoleon retains a loyal entourage of officers who help him plot his escape and evade the attentions of the island's overzealous governor, Sir Hudson Lowe.
Historical DramaNapoleon BonapartePolitical IntrigueExile and ImprisonmentCharacter StudyMelancholy AtmosphereFrench HistorySlow-Burn Narrative

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Is Monsieur N. worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 70%, and Metacritic 65). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Monsieur N.?

2 h 0 min

Monsieur N. runs 2 h 0 min.

Is Monsieur N. based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Monsieur N.?

Critics68
Audiences63

Yes. Critics average 68 and audiences 63 out of 100, so both groups see Monsieur N. much the same way.

What language is Monsieur N. in?

FrenchCorsicanEnglish

It was made in French, with some Corsican, English. Produced in France, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Monsieur N.?

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