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The Dwarf

1961 · 53 min

A gentle, bittersweet fable that turns a fantastical transformation into a quiet, melancholy study of belonging and disappointment.

Directed by
Pierre Badel
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
Overview
In a small circus campaign, the act of Valentine, the dwarf, is one of the highlights of the show. But then one night, he grew suddenly and turns into a handsome young man of six feet tall. First mad with joy, he will face harsh reality of normality.
How it feels
Measured and needs your attention.
About
Identity, isolation, class
Content
No violence, gore, sexual content or swearing.
Note
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Directed by
Pierre Badel
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
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How it feels

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Full breakdown
Tone
    Pacing
    measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
    Attention
    engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
    Themes
    Places
    Era
    contemporary
    Audience
    adult
    Form
    None
    Content intensity
    • Gore none
    • Language none
    • Violence none
    • Sex none
    All scales, 0 to 10
    Scales, 0 to 10
    ScaleValue0 to 10
    Action1
    Horror1
    Humour3
    Realism5
    Romance2
    Tension2
    Darkness4
    Complexity4
    Emotional weight5

    Cast

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    Details

    Genres
    comedy, drama, fantasy
    Directed by
    Pierre Badel
    Starring
    Roland Lacoste, Jean Houbé, Paul Frankeur, Jacques Gripel, Evelyne Lacroix, Fernande Albany, Dominique Davray, Arthur Allan
    Runtime
    53 min
    Country
    France
    Languages
    French

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