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La Petite Jérusalem

2005·Movie
1h 37min·NR

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Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Melancholic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Growing up, faith and meaning, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsIntergenerationalPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

An orthodox Jewish teen living with her family in France attempts to balance her religious upbringing with her increasingly complex view of the outside world.
Orthodox Jewish CommunityComing-of-AgeReligious IdentityFrench SuburbsFamily DramaSpiritual ExplorationMelancholySocial Commentary

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream La Petite Jérusalem legally?

La Petite Jérusalem is included with a subscription to Chai Flicks in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is La Petite Jérusalem worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 62%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is La Petite Jérusalem rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is La Petite Jérusalem?

1 h 37 min

La Petite Jérusalem runs 1 h 37 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on La Petite Jérusalem?

Critics63
Audiences66

Yes. Critics average 63 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see La Petite Jérusalem much the same way.

What language is La Petite Jérusalem in?

FrenchArabic

It was made in French, with some Arabic. Produced in France.