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Model Shop

1969Movie1 h 35 minPG-13

DramaRomance
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes83%47%
71
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes83%47%

Summary

While trying to raise money to prevent his car from being repossessed, George is attracted to Lola, a Frenchwoman who works in a "model shop", an establishment that rents out beautiful pin-up models to photographers. George spends his last twelve dollars to photograph Lola, and discovers that she is as unhappy as he.

Good for

  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults
  • Partner watch

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at
  • You need an uplifting mood
  • You want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, warmth or scares.

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Cast

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Crew

Directed by
Jacques Demy
Written by
Jacques Demy
Produced by
Jacques Demy
Music by
Les Fresholtz, Charles J. Rice, Arthur Piantadosi

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Facts

February 11, 1969 · 1 h 35 min · PG-13

Released
February 11, 1969
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Sexual Content
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
English
Also spoken
French
Made in
France, United States
Available in
32 countries

Tropes

Downer Ending, Significant Background Event, The 'Verse +9

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Model Shop?"

Questions about Model Shop

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Model Shop?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Model Shop from Apple TV Store, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Model Shop worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%). Critics rate it higher (83 out of 100) than audiences (57).

Is Model Shop okay for kids?

PG-13Sexual content

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for sexual content, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Is Model Shop good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsPublic Viewing SafeSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 8 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Model Shop plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.