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Amélie

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"Amélie" is a fanciful comedy about a young woman who discretely orchestrates the lives of the people around her, creating a world exclusively of her own making. Shot in over 80 Parisian locations, acclaimed director Jean-Pierre Jeunet ("Delicatessen"; "The City of Lost Children") invokes his incomparable visionary style to capture the exquisite charm and mystery of modern-day Paris through the eyes of a beautiful ingénue.
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Critics Consensus

The feel-good Amelie is a lively, fanciful charmer, showcasing Audrey Tautou as its delightful heroine.

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Kevin Maher The Times (UK) Apr 7, 2026
5/5
A deeply lovely movie about the importance, and the rewards, of kindness. Go to Full Review Tara Brady Irish Times Apr 2, 2026
4/5
Re-released and remastered for its 25th anniversary, Amélie has aged well enough. Time has not wearied the stylised, magical and unrecognisably white Paris she inhabits. Go to Full Review Rania Richardson AV Club Feb 14, 2024
3.5/4
Jean-Pierre Jeunet’s quirky rom-com AMÉLIE felt like a breath of fresh air when it was released two decades ago. It's just as relevant today, but for different reasons. Go to Full Review Katie Hogan FILMHOUNDS Magazine 5 days ago
5/5
The story is sweet, subtle and never pretentious, with genuine moments of overwhelming joy and painful loneliness. Go to Full Review Ray Pride Newcity Jul 4, 2024
9/10
Snapshot of an idealized version of [Montmartre]... fate, joy, momentary despair and still more joy. It’s filled with lists of likes and dislikes and Jeunet’s restless need to entertain makes <i>Amélie</i> a list in itself. Go to Full Review Germain Lussier io9.com Apr 27, 2024
Life is hard, but it can be quite beautiful too. And that's especially the case if you use some of it to watch Amélie. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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John C May 26, 2026 After 25 years- funny, quirky, colorful, romantic. See more Lorita Feb 20, 2024 Music carries the whimsical nature of Amelies dream life. We watch her strategize ways to better the lives of unhappy people never realizing she also needs an intervention to bring fulfillment to herself. A French view of the world that cannot help but bring humor and irony to a delightful story of making things happen. See more Joshua C Feb 18, 2024 This is my absolute favorite rom com of all time. It's great for all sexes and all ages. See more ME Feb 17, 2024 A classic that must be seen See more Elizabeth B Feb 15, 2024 Whimsical yet deeply meaningful, beautifully shot, this film is a favorite—thank you for the revival! See more Joseph A Feb 15, 2024 One of my faves, glad to have seen it on the big screen for the first time! See more Read all reviews
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Jean-Pierre Jeunet

Director

Audrey Tautou

Amelie

Mathieu Kassovitz

Nino Quicampoix

Rufus

Raphael Poulain (Amelie's father)

Yolande Moreau

Madeleine Wallace (concierge)

Dominique Pinon

Joseph

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Synopsis "Amélie" is a fanciful comedy about a young woman who discretely orchestrates the lives of the people around her, creating a world exclusively of her own making. Shot in over 80 Parisian locations, acclaimed director Jean-Pierre Jeunet ("Delicatessen"; "The City of Lost Children") invokes his incomparable visionary style to capture the exquisite charm and mystery of modern-day Paris through the eyes of a beautiful ingénue.
Director
Jean-Pierre Jeunet
Producer
Claudie Ossard
Distributor
Miramax Films
Production Co
Tapioca Films, France 3 Cinéma, MMC Independent, MMC Independent GmbH, UGC
Rating
R (Sexual Content)
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Original Language
French (France)
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 2, 2001, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 21, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$486.7K
Runtime
2h 1m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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