Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- nostalgic
- playful
- gentle
- family viewing
- lazy afternoon
What sets it apart
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Marcel Pagnol's childhood experiences and family life are presented through a nostalgic recollection of his younger years.
The Provence setting functions as both a physical home and a source of Marcel's nostalgic identity.
Joseph, Marcel, Eugénie, André, Augustine, and Uncle Jules anchor the story in affectionate family interactions.
The supplied keywords emphasize nostalgia, gentleness, earnestness, and lighthearted recollection.
Films like The Time of Secrets, and why
My Father's Glory
gentle family storytelling, childhood nostalgia, and a warm provincial setting
My Mother's Castle
earnest coming-of-age perspective, pastoral memories, and affectionate family relationships
The Secret of Roan Inish
nostalgic childhood adventure, playful humor, and tender domestic atmosphere
Movie Details
- Director
- Thierry Chabert
- Release Date
- 2007-06-12
- Runtime
- 98 min
- Rating
- 6.1 / 10 (22)
Cast
- Pierre-François Martin-Laval
- Richard Oiry
- Andrée Damant
- Pierre Maguelon
- Franck de la Personne
- Armelle Deutsch
- Robin Causse
- Fanny Paillard
- Christiane Conil
- Maxime Riquier
Common questions
- What is The Time of Secrets about?
- A gentle Provençal childhood memoir follows young Marcel Pagnol through playful family adventures steeped in nostalgia and affection.
- What is The Time of Secrets like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of The Time of Secrets as measured, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is The Time of Secrets violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in The Time of Secrets.
- Which films are like The Time of Secrets?
- Films with a similar feel include My Father's Glory, My Mother's Castle, and The Secret of Roan Inish.
- How long is The Time of Secrets?
- The Time of Secrets runs 98 minutes.
