
Emil and the Detectives
Directed by Gerhard Lamprecht
Produced by UFA
A cheerful, adventure-filled family comedy about resourceful children banding together to catch a thief in 1930s Berlin.
When a suspicious man bribes Emil with chocolate in return for a bundle of cash, the young lad thinks of a plan to catch him.
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Questions people ask
Does Emil and the Detectives end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 97% of films.
Is Emil and the Detectives sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.
Is Emil and the Detectives easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.
Is Emil and the Detectives violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is Emil and the Detectives scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Emil and the Detectives
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Emil and the Detectives
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Emil and the Detectives, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Emil and the Detectives, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Emil and the Detectives, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































