Movie

A Monkey in Winter

1962 · 105 min

A gentle, bittersweet character study that drifts between melancholy and warmth, anchored by two magnetic performances and a quiet sense of longing.

Tagline: The Story of Two Very Uncommon Men...With One Purpose in Common!
Overview: During World War II, an innkeeper vows to abstain from alcohol for the sake of his family. Years later, as they thrive in Normandy, his resolve is tested by a charming advertising professional who loves to drink.
How it feels: Melancholic, warm, earnest and whimsical. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Friendship, addiction, isolation, redemption
Content: Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.
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Tone: melancholicstrength 2 of 3
warmstrength 2 of 3
whimsicalstrength 1 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: friendship
addiction
isolation
redemption
memory
Places: small town
home
Era: contemporary
Audience: adult
Form: None
Content intensity: Gore none
Language mild
Violence mild
Sex mild