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Eiffel

2021·Movie
1h 48min·R

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Eiffel fingerprint

Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle7
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Romantic and melancholic

  • Romance8
  • Melancholy7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

History and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

You will never look at it the same way again.

The French government is asking Gustave Eiffel to design something spectacular for the 1889 Paris World Fair, but he simply wants to design the subway—until he crosses paths with a mysterious woman from his past.
Historical RomanceBiographical DramaIconic LandmarkPast LoveArtistic VisionAmbitionMelancholyIntrigueSpectacle

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Eiffel

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Where can I stream Eiffel legally?

Eiffel is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Darkroom, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Eiffel worth watching?

55
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 48%, and Metacritic 52). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Eiffel rated?

R

It's rated R in the United States.

How long is Eiffel?

1 h 48 min

Eiffel runs 1 h 48 min.

Is Eiffel based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Eiffel?

Critics50
Audiences60

Not quite. Audiences rate Eiffel higher (60) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Eiffel a box office hit?

Budget$26 million
Box office$13 million

No. It cost about $26 million to make and earned $13 million worldwide, 50% of its budget.

What language is Eiffel in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in Belgium, France, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch Eiffel?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Eiffel in 60 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Eiffel use?

Old FlameI Need a Freaking DrinkHow We Got HereArtistic License – HistoryMaking the MasterpieceOpen-Minded ParentIt Will Never Catch OnUrban SegregationVery Loosely Based on a True StoryMissing Mom

TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Eiffel, including Old Flame, I Need a Freaking Drink, How We Got Here.