The Little Things in Life (1950)

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:film
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Yoshitomo_Nara
gptkbp:audience Cult following over the years.
Encourages introspection.
gptkbp:awards gptkb:CEO
gptkbp:based_on original story by Richard L. Breen
gptkbp:box_office $3 million
Moderate success.
gptkbp:budget $1.5 million
gptkbp:character_appearance Reflects the era.
gptkbp:character_arc Protagonist learns to appreciate life.
gptkbp:character_development Focuses on personal growth.
gptkbp:character_relationships Explores family dynamics.
gptkbp:characteristics Focuses on the protagonist.
gptkbp:cinematography gptkb:Charles_Lang
gptkbp:color Black and white
gptkbp:country gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:critical_reception Mixed reviews
gptkbp:cultural_impact Reflected post-war American values.
gptkbp:cultural_references Referenced in later films.
gptkbp:cultural_significance Represents 1950s American cinema.
gptkbp:demographics Adults.
gptkbp:design Authentic period details.
gptkbp:director gptkb:Charles_Vidor
gptkbp:distributor gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
gptkbp:edited_by gptkb:W._Donn_Hayes
gptkbp:editor Pacing reflects emotional beats.
gptkbp:film_festival gptkb:CEO
gptkbp:film_score Memorable themes.
gptkbp:film_series gptkb:CEO
gptkbp:filming_location gptkb:Los_Angeles,_California
gptkbp:filmography Use of close-ups.
Part of James Cagney's body of work.
gptkbp:genre gptkb:High_School
gptkbp:has_sequel gptkb:CEO
gptkbp:historical_context Post-World War II America.
gptkbp:home_media_release DVD release in 2005.
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Little Things in Life (1950)
gptkbp:influenced_by Post-war cinema
gptkbp:influences Later drama films
gptkbp:inspiration Inspired by real-life events.
gptkbp:is_critical_for Examined in film studies.
gptkbp:is_criticized_for Mixed reviews from critics.
gptkbp:is_influential_in James Cagney.
gptkbp:is_motivated_by Desire for fulfillment.
gptkbp:language English
Witty and poignant.
gptkbp:legacy Considered a classic.
gptkbp:music_by gptkb:Miklós_Rózsa
gptkbp:narrative_style Linear storytelling
gptkbp:photography Innovative for its time.
gptkbp:plot A man reflects on his life and the little things that matter.
gptkbp:production_company gptkb:Columbia_Pictures
gptkbp:rating Not Rated
gptkbp:release_date April 12, 1950
gptkbp:release_format Theatrical
gptkbp:release_year 1950
gptkbp:remake gptkb:CEO
gptkbp:runtime 90 minutes
gptkbp:screenplay_by gptkb:Richard_L._Breen
gptkbp:sequel gptkb:CEO
gptkbp:soundtrack gptkb:Original_score_by_Miklós_Rózsa
gptkbp:starring gptkb:James_Cagney
gptkb:Evelyn_Keyes
gptkb:John_Mc_Intire
gptkbp:symbolism Represents nostalgia.
gptkbp:themes Life's simple pleasures
gptkbp:visitors Emotional and reflective.