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The Annuity

1972·Movie
1h 40min
68
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Funny, strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Melancholic and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Plenty of satire and situational comedy

  • Satire & Parody8
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay6

World

Class and money, history, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

In 1930, Louis Martinet, a peaceful sexagenarian, no longer has a long life to live according to the words of his doctor, Leon Galipeau, who sees to take advantage of the very interesting situation of the "future deceased". This one indeed has a small house in Saint-Tropez. Galipeau sniffs the windfall. Following his advice, Martinet agrees to give it in life to the brother of the doctor, Emile, and then rushes back to a health of iron. Worse, he even survives the war. Galipeau, exhausted, decide to use the great means to get rid of the importunce who persists in thwarting their project ...
Satirical ComedyProperty LawLegacyFrench CinemaClass ConflictHistorical SettingBlack ComedySocial Commentary

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Is The Annuity worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Annuity?

1 h 40 min

The Annuity runs 1 h 40 min.

What language is The Annuity in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch The Annuity?

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