Why many filmmakers steal from Amélie

[EdEditz]

I love this movie so much that I went to Paris and visited some of the film locations. I've been in the Deux Moulins bar (they have a little Amelie exhibition in the toilets, LOL) Amazing film.

[truefilm]

Yes it's hard to make a movie with such a sweet and life assuring message without being cheesy. The cinematography has a lot in common with that of movies such as Delicatessen and Wes Anderson movies, including a doll house aesthetic and the ubiquitous short focal lengths - and I love exactly that. These are movies made by people with passion and a sense for the magic and beauty of the movies. Great choice and great video as always!

[Focused]

When I saw this movie I knew this is one very rare wonderful gift in life one can get.

[tibfox]

This movie is such an amazing piece of art, from the writing to lighting to music to acting to sound design - I love it and will always be open to watch it again and again

[TallGreyMan]

Special mention for the magical background score by Yann Tiersen. Pure fuckin’ magic.

[ICreatedU]

Amazing vid! I would watch a 2 hour analysis about Amélie in an instant! Now there are 2 scenes that really hit home with me in this piece of art:

1. The beginning. Rarely have I seen a movie that manages to draw you in from the very get-go like this one. After a couple lines, I knew this would be a masterpiece.
2. The scene where Amélie helps the blind man across the road... and his reaction to it... Just wow. Can't help but getting teary-eyed every time I watch it. Easily one the most beautiful, most humane, most touching scenes in the history of cinema.

And the toy box subterfuge she pulls? The enigma of the garden gnome and its resolution? The enigma of the torn pictures and its resolution? The treasure hunt she comes up with to lead Nino to her? The way she gaslights the shop owner? Her friendship with Raymond and the running horse tape? I could go on and on. This movie had no right being *that* good. 10/10

[seatheparade]

Yes amelie is amazing!! I was blown away by the way a simple story was told so beautifully, it deserved all the praise it got

[gutobernardo]

I've watched this movie only once and many years ago. This video is so immersed on its details that I want to watch Amelie again asap! The thing you brought that I loved is the fact the camera is always moving, it brings us close to the action just as we would walk toward someone to see what they are doing. Great video man!

[huntrrams]

I loved that I can see some inspiration in Wes Anderson and French wave films from the 60s.

[Damien-ogsk]

Mate if you ever come to Paris I'll get you a pair of green tinted glasses and take you around the city, some neigborhoods still have that "60's old Paris vibe". Cheers from France for all the great videos!

[prasantabehera]

It's a masterpiece. Audrey Tataou gave most memorable peeformance. Watched it several times.

[KootFloris]

I knew this movie would be gold upon seeing the trailer. Because all the elements you explain were already present in that one, and on top of it, the love with which is was made shone through!

[Rajaks]

One of my all time favourite movie. when i feel low or stress in my life i go and watch this movie.
t's really a pleasant and good feel after watching this movie. and the Yann Tiersren's BGM is amazing. MUST WATCH.

[atlbike]

Thanks for sharing this study. Very interesting how they pulled off all the camera movement with such precision focus; often with the subject static in one plane. Getting actors to hit a mark is a challenge. I've not seen this film, but will soon.

[omninuss]

Probably my favorite film of all time, its just so comforting :)

[AllThingsFilm]

I loved Amélie when I first saw it. Watching this video has inspired me to watch it, again and get a permanent copy of it.

[klartext]

20 years now, imagine! Still one of my Top 111 Films. Also very important for the impact: Yann Tiersens music.

[MileyonDisney]

I just finished watching it. I'd seen it long ago, but your video convinced me to look at it again. I agree - it is a good movie. There were some bizarre characters but, as you said, excellent story. I normally don't like movies with crazy grading, but it all looked good. Thanks!

[romantra]

I’ve always seen images from this movie never knowing its name or bothering to look it up. But after this, I will for sure be watching.

Been doing research and planning during pre-production of my short film and found this. Thanks!

[cobymarcum]

Superb analysis. Thank you for mentioning lens selection and for showing examples of how director leveraged wide lenses for character closeups. 😊