Amélie

Amélie is a visually enchanting French romantic comedy directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, following a shy and imaginative young woman living in Montmartre who dedicates herself to improving the lives of those around her. After discovering a hidden childhood treasure box, Amélie embarks on a quietly magical mission of goodwill, mischief, and matchmaking. The film is a beloved celebration of beauty in everyday life, loneliness, and the courage it takes to reach for one's own happiness.

• Audrey Tautou was not the first choice for Amélie's role.
• The film features almost no extras from ethnic minorities.
• Director Jean-Pierre Jeunet avoided using computers on set.
• The movie was shot entirely on location in Paris.
• Over 80 different locations in Montmartre were used filming.

• Times are hard for dreamers.
• Without you, today's emotions would be the scurf of yesterday's.
• She likes to look for little things that give life meaning.
• Failure teaches us that life is but a draft.
• I had a heart of stone and now it melts.