Return of the Hero
Directed by Laurent Tirard
Produced by JD Prod, Les Films sur Mesure
A charming period romantic comedy built on a deception-driven premise, where a sister's well-intentioned letter-writing scheme creates both heartache and hope during the Napoleonic Wars.
France, 1809. Captain Neuville is called to the front, leaving his future bride heartbroken. Her sister decides to write letters on his behalf to cheer her up.
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Is Return of the Hero one of a kind? No. Less singular than 100% of films.
Does Return of the Hero end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 85% of films.
Is Return of the Hero scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is Return of the Hero easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Is Return of the Hero violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is Return of the Hero sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Conventional, and it does not land.
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Like Return of the Hero
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Return of the Hero
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Return of the Hero, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Return of the Hero, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Return of the Hero, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
