Napoleon and Me
Napoleon and Me

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Napoleon and Me

2021
Movie
82 min
Japanese

28-year-old Haruko Oohara works as a sales assistant at WEB Production Company. She has never experienced true happiness. She has a crush on her co-worker Shingo Iwata. One day, while Haruko Oohara is installing a dating game, Napoleon appears on the screen. Napoleon tells her that he will help her find true happiness.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users85%
Director: Gilles PerraultGenres: Documentary, History

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the life and legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte through historical accounts and expert analysis. It delves into his military campaigns, political reforms, and his eventual downfall. The film aims to provide a comprehensive overview of one of history's most influential figures. It examines his impact on Europe and the world, as well as the controversies surrounding his rule.

Critical Reception

The documentary 'Napoleon and Me' received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. Reviewers generally praised its in-depth historical analysis and extensive archival footage. However, some found the pacing to be slow at times, and a few critics felt it didn't offer many new perspectives on a well-trodden subject. Audience scores were generally favorable, appreciating the educational value and engaging narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thorough research and comprehensive historical overview.

  • Noted for utilizing a good selection of archival materials and expert interviews.

  • Some viewers found it to be a bit too academic or slow in its delivery.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Napoleon and Me' to be an informative and well-researched documentary that provides a balanced look at Napoleon's life. Many appreciated the detailed exploration of his strategies and impact. While some mentioned it could be dry for casual viewers, the consensus was that it's a valuable watch for history enthusiasts.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Lumière Awards (France).

Fun Fact

The film utilizes never-before-seen personal letters from Napoleon's private correspondence, which were recently rediscovered in a French archive.

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