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Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, *Amélie* chronicles the whimsical adventures of a shy Parisian waitress who secretly orchestrates small acts of kindness to bring joy to those around her in Montmartre.
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Why does Amélie decide to secretly improve other people's lives?
Amélie finds a childhood keepsake hidden in her apartment and anonymously returns it to its owner, Dominique Bretodeau. His emotional reaction inspires her to arrange more acts of kindness around Montmartre.
What is the mystery behind Nino's discarded photo-booth pictures?
Nino collects torn photographs from Paris photo booths and becomes fascinated by one man's face appearing repeatedly. Amélie eventually discovers that the supposed mystery man is a technician repairing the machines.
Where was Amélie filmed in Montmartre?
A key location is the Café des Deux Moulins on Rue Lepic, where Amélie works as a waitress. The 2001 film also uses recognizable Montmartre settings such as the area around Sacré-Cœur.
Who composed the accordion-heavy music in Amélie?
The score was composed by Yann Tiersen and incorporates piano, accordion and other acoustic instruments. Pieces such as "Comptine d'un autre été: L'après-midi" became closely associated with Jean-Pierre Jeunet's film.
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