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La joyeuse prison
1956·Movie
·1h 35min·
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Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension3
- Spectacle3
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Nostalgia6
Humor
Some situational comedy and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Situational Comedy7
- Wit & Wordplay6
- Physical Comedy4
World
Kept in the background
- Dialogue Centrality7
- World Immersion6
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Music Composition6
- Cinematography5
- Editing5
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Emotionally, it's hopeful and wholesome.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Pathos3Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy2Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome situational comedy and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some situational comedy and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Situational Comedy7Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay6Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical6Period settings and real events.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue4Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity2Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Benoit, the head guard of Clouville Prison, prefers to be liked than feared. This basic principle transforms the jail-house into a joyful prison, where all the inmates live amicably together. Among them, various colorful characters : a farmer, a poacher, a distiller, a forger, two pickpockets, a safe-cracker, a gangster and... a good-looking guy who pleases Rosette, Benoit's daughter, well. But too much leniency takes its toll : after Vauclin, the gangster, manages to escape and a complaint is filed against "the deplorable disorder reigning in the joyful prison", Benoit is given early retirement. He will know how to take advantage of his new status live a joyful life with his wife, his daughter and André, his son in law, in fact the nice-looking young prisoner who, in the meantime, has been cleared of all charges.
French Classic ComedyWholesome Prison LifeCharacter-Driven EnsembleLighthearted FarceFeel-Good NarrativeBenevolent Authority FigureRomantic SubplotPost-War European Cinema
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Is La joyeuse prison worth watching?
42
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 4.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is La joyeuse prison?
1 h 35 min
La joyeuse prison runs 1 h 35 min.
What language is La joyeuse prison in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.