
Pauline at the Beach
Romance, wit, seduction and the foolishness of love
Directed by Éric Rohmer
Produced by Les Films du Losange, Les Films Ariane
A witty, character-driven romantic comedy about the messy entanglement of love, desire, and self-deception during a seaside holiday.
Marion is about to divorce from her husband and takes her 15-year-old niece, Pauline, on a vacation to Granville. There, she meets an old love...
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Questions people ask
Is Pauline at the Beach violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is Pauline at the Beach scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is Pauline at the Beach easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 77% of films.
Does Pauline at the Beach end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Pauline at the Beach sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Pauline at the Beach
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Pauline at the Beach
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Pauline at the Beach, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Pauline at the Beach, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Pauline at the Beach, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.























































