Amélie

Amélie's mother dies in a 'jokey treatment of a combination suicide–accidental death' when a suicidal person jumps from Notre Dame and lands on her. The grocer, Collignon, verbally abuses his assistant, Lucien, described as a 'handicapped character,' and a 'physical slap' is also mentioned in reviews, prompting Amélie's mischievous revenge.

Reviewers note 'extreme crass language' as a content descriptor. One specific instance of profanity cited is the 'very mild obscenity (“crap”).'

The narrative includes elements of magical realism, such as photographs coming to life and speaking to characters, like Nino's photo booth pictures. Amélie's garden gnome travels the world and sends postcards, implying a magical or fantastical element rather than a literal act.

There is 'frequent alcohol use' depicted among the characters, particularly in the café where Amélie works. Additionally, 'smoking' is present in the film, which is common in a bar/club environment.

Amélie's mother dies in a scene treated with 'jokey treatment of a combination suicide–accidental death' when a woman jumps to her death and accidentally kills Amélie's mother. The character Lucien, who is described as a 'handicapped character,' endures 'verbal abuse' and a 'physical slap' from his employer Collignon, which can be unsettling.

Amélie orchestrates a series of 'pranks' against the unkind grocer, Collignon, which include breaking into his apartment and manipulating his personal belongings to cause him distress. She also manipulates relationships, such as when she tries to matchmake Joseph and Georgette, by anonymously interfering in their lives.