Delicatessen
7.5
Delicatessen fingerprint
Stunning style, high energy, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and spectacular
- Tension7
- Spectacle7
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Romance6
- Melancholy6
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
- Absurdist Humor9
- Dark Humor8
- Wit & Wordplay7
World
Family, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion9
- Novelty9
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and dialogue
- Direction9
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
Style
Standout visual style, cinematography, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization10
- Cinematography9
- Sound Centrality9
Energy
HighTense and spectacular
Delicatessen is tense and spectacular.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
Much of it is about family.
It keeps its emotions at a distance. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and dark humor
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay7Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy5Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
World
HighFamily, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around family, society, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Surrealism8Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and dialogue
The direction, performances, and dialogue stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction9Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty9Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Style
Very highStandout visual style, cinematography, and sound design
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style, cinematography, and sound design stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization10Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality9Sound design as core element.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Spectacle7Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Pastiche6Playful imitation of styles.
- Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
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Questions about Delicatessen
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Delicatessen worth watching?
Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Delicatessen rated?
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Delicatessen?
1 h 39 min
Delicatessen runs 1 h 39 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Delicatessen?
Yes. Critics average 78 and audiences 80 out of 100, so both groups see Delicatessen much the same way.
Was Delicatessen a box office hit?
No. It cost about $4 million to make and earned $2 million worldwide, 45% of its budget.
What language is Delicatessen in?
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Delicatessen?
+38GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Delicatessen in 52 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Delicatessen use?
TV Tropes lists 52 storytelling tropes for Delicatessen, including Sex for Services, Even Evil Has Loved Ones, Absurdly Spacious Sewer.