5.9
Where can I stream Mad Love legally?
You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
Mad Love fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Brutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
- Violence9
- Adrenaline8
- Fast Pace8
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance5
- Catharsis5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor5
- Dark Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Everyday modern life, crime, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Standout direction
- Direction8
- Intrigue8
- Acting7
Style
Standout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Cinematography8
- Visual Stylization8
- Editing7
Energy
HighBrutally violent and thrilling
Fast from start to finish.
Mad Love is brutally violent, thrilling, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Violence9Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare3Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness8Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome absurdist humor and dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor and dark humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Related traits
- Eccentricity8Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, crime, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, crime, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime10Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Surrealism7Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
HighStandout cinematography and visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the cinematography and visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization8Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers youYou're watching with familyYou want something quiet and calm
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
After a successful bank robbery, Micky hopes to take back his girlfriend Marie who has been taken from him. On the way to Paris he meets Leon, a neurotic dreamer whom he considers an idiot. Leon can hardly understand what Micky is up to but he follows him everywhere and soon falls in love with Marie.
French New WaveCrime ThrillerNeuroticStylish HeistExistentialVisually DrivenMoral AmbiguityRomantic TensionUnstable Characters
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like Mad Love
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: Mad Love
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Mad Love
Mad Love1985
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:U Turn (1997)Wild at Heart (1990)Going Places (1974)Sky Rojo (2021)I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore (2017)Dobermann (1997)Killer Joe (2012)Big Bad Wolves (2013)Kiss of Death (1995)Old Men in New Cars: In China They Eat Dogs II (2002)The Trip (2021)Major Grom: Plague Doctor (2021)The Matador (2005)Class of 1984 (1982)Ferry (2021)Banshee (2013)To Live and Die in L.A. (1985)Deerskin (2019)Live Flesh (1997)Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans (2009)Ripley's Game (2002)Mad Detective (2007)Miami Blues (1990)Pokiri (2006)A Bittersweet Life (2005)Locked Up: The Oasis (2020)Defendor (2009)Rush (1991)Loft (2008)TransSiberian (2008)Ghajini (2005)Ms .45 (1981)Black Lagoon (2006)Bad Influence (1990)Carancho (2010)Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia (1974)Gloria (1980)Tightrope (1984)Layer Cake (2004)Hightown (2020)What Doesn't Kill You (2008)Sonatine (1993)The Hit (1984)Anniyan (2005)The Silent Hour (2024)The Machine Girl (2008)Johnny Gaddaar (2007)On Board (1998)I (2015)The Lookout (2007)You've Got Murder (2019)Headhunters (2011)Stuck (2007)What You Wish For (2024)Eden (2013)Stretch (2014)As Tears Go By (1988)Hobo with a Shotgun (2011)Victoria (2015)Kontroll (2003)Infinity Pool (2023)Maharaja (2024)Lady Vengeance (2005)Small Town Crime (2018)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Mad Love
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Mad Love worth watching?
53
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mad Love rated?
ViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is Mad Love?
1 h 41 min
Mad Love runs 1 h 41 min.
What language is Mad Love in?
French
It was made in French. Produced in France.
In how many countries can I watch Mad Love?
30
+16
+16GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mad Love in 30 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Mad Love use?
I Need A DrinkAbhorrent AdmirerBald of EvilMad ScientistStalker with a CrushImpairment ShotCold-Blooded TortureQuitting to Get MarriedThe Man in the Mirror Talks BackHearing VoicesShout-OutHave a Gay Old Timeand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Mad Love, including I Need A Drink, Abhorrent Admirer, Bald of Evil.