The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter
When a child laughs, the devil loses his power.
Directed by Andreas Dresen
Produced by ZDF, Constantin Film
A dark fairy tale about a boy who trades his laughter to the devil for guaranteed success, exploring the spiritual cost of losing one's joy and humanity.
The devil tricks a little boy off his laughter in exchange for assured wins in all his bets. It depicts his journey after the deal with the devil, how he loses his soul bit by bit with each win.
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Is The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Is The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Does The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 61% of films.
Is The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Legend of Timm Thaler: or The Boy Who Sold His Laughter, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
