Samuel
"My name is Samuel, I'm 10 and I have a problem, but I don't want to talk about it."
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Overview
Samuel is 10 years old. He's keeping a diary, and he has a problem. His problem is that Basile told the tall Julie that Samuel loved her. Which isn't true, he doesn't care about Julie. It's only that she laughed at one of his jokes once and he thought she was nice to do so.
What critics are saying
Critics have praised Samuel as a sweet, simple, and emotionally authentic trip down memory lane that vividly captures the transition into early adolescence. Reviewers highlight how its bite-sized animated episodes serve as potent reminders of childhood obsessions, insecurities, and the universal need for validation.
The series is particularly commended for its plaintive yet funny tone, presenting a refreshingly sensitive and vulnerable depiction of young boys. With an overall runtime of just 84 minutes, critics note that its fast pace and endearing humor make it an uniquely offbeat and rewarding watch.
“The pace and tone are plaintive but frequently funny, showing a side of young boys we don't often see in the media: sensitive, emotional, and imperfect.”
“potent emotional reminders that bring back the memories of childhood joys, obsessions, need for validations, insecurities and others”
“Sweet, simple and a Trip Down the Memory Lane”
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The 2024 series Samuel blends drama and comedy through a distinct animated lens. It captures a specific coming of age period by channeling the earnest, often irrational anxieties of childhood. The narrative centers on a ten-year-old boy navigating the social complications of elementary school, primarily revolving around a misunderstood interaction with a classmate and a diary he uses to make sense of the fallout.
Émilie Tronche anchors the project with a slice of life perspective that leans into sentimental and musical elements. Rather than opting for heightened drama, the show maintains a cheerful tone even when dealing with the minor catastrophes of being ten. It offers a grounded look at how young people interpret social cues and the brief, intense pressures of childhood friendships.
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Details
- First Aired
- March 11, 2024
- Status
- Ended
- Episode Runtime
- 5 minutes
- Origin
- FR
- TMDB Votes
- 40