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The Novices
1970·Movie
·1h 31min·
The Novices fingerprint
Very funny, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Tension4
- Spectacle3
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance5
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
Humor
Plenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor
- Wit & Wordplay9
- Absurdist Humor9
- Satire & Parody9
World
Society, politics, and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Novelty8
- World Immersion6
Craft
Standout dialogue, direction, and performances
- Dialogue Quality9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension4Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
All heart traits
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
Very highPlenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor
Expect plenty of sharp wit and absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay9Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody9Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy8Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor7Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy6Slapstick and visual gags.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
MediumSociety, politics, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around society, politics, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
MediumStandout dialogue, direction, and performances
The dialogue, direction, and performances stand out.
All craft traits
- Dialogue Quality9Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative3Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality3Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Camp & Irony8Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Sister Agnès runs away from her convent in Brittany and seeks refuge in Paris with prostitute Mona Lisa. With absolutely no qualifications, the young novice has a hard job finding work, so Mona Lisa tries to teach her the ropes of the oldest profession of them all!
French New Wave SatireAbsurd Road MovieAnti-Clerical ComedyProvocative Social CritiqueWitty & Sharp DialogueEccentric Character DynamicsBourgeoisie MockerySurreal HumorCult Classic Status
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Questions about The Novices
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Novices worth watching?
49
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 5.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Novices rated?
NuditySexual contentStrong language
Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, and strong language.
How long is The Novices?
1 h 31 min
The Novices runs 1 h 31 min.
What language is The Novices in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France, Italy.
What tropes does The Novices use?
Auto EroticaBookendsCanine CompanionClean, Pretty ChildbirthThe Door Slams YouNaughty NunsEstablishing Character MomentFugitive ArcThis Bed of Rose'sHooker with a Heart of GoldFlirtatious Smack on the AssHard-Work Montage
TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for The Novices, including Auto Erotica, Bookends, Canine Companion.