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amélie is a story about two autistic people falling in love

Reaching out to you!

the way amelie goes from seeing halfway more as something she’s never going to breach to viewing it as something that she and nino both have to work towards; something that they can reach together

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Amelie

"Amélie" revolves around the life of a young woman, Amélie Poulain, played exquisitely by Audrey Tautou. Set in Paris, the film details the power of small acts of kindness, the beauty found in the ordinary, and the pursuit of personal happiness. The story begins with an introduction to Amélie's childhood, marked by a sheltered upbringing due to her overprotective parents. Following a series of quirky incidents, Amélie moves to Montmartre and starts working as a waitress at the Café des 2 Moulins. Her isolated yet imaginative world takes a turn when she discovers a small tin box hidden in her apartment. Determined to reunite it with its owner and witness the joy it brings, she embarks on a journey of anonymous acts of goodwill, touching the lives of those around her. Amélie orchestrates various mischievous but well-intentioned schemes to impact the lives of strangers, ranging from reuniting a lost treasure with its owner to anonymously improving the lives of her neighbors. Amidst these endeavors, Amélie encounters Nino Quincampoix who shares her passion for small pleasures in life. A budding romance adds a layer of sweet innocence and hopefulness to the narrative. Jeunet's direction in "Amélie" is visually characterized by vibrant colors, and playful cinematography, mirroring Amélie's eccentric personality. The film is a modern-day fairy tale, blending magical realism with everyday charm. The film's strengths lie in its ensemble cast of eccentric characters, each with their unique quirks and stories. From the reclusive artist who paints the same picture over and over to the hypochondriacal tobacconist, every character adds depth to the vibrant tapestry of Montmartre and Amélie's life. The film supported by a score by Yann Tiersen, ties these characters' lives together, emphasizing the interconnectedness of human experiences. Amélie herself, while bringing joy to others, grapples with her sense of isolation and longing for love and companionship. However, through her altruistic actions, she discovers fulfillment in making a difference in people's lives, ultimately finding her happiness in the process. The film culminates in a heartwarming resolution, where Amélie finds the courage to pursue her happiness and embrace love. It concludes on a note of hope and optimism, celebrating the healing of kindness and human connections.

A Taste for Small Pleasures

Fandom: Le Fabuleux Destin d’Amélie Poulain

Ship: Amélie Poulain/Nino Quincampoix

Rating: M for tame descriptions of sex

Words: 666 (not intentional, I swear!)

Summary: Amélie Poulain has spent years cultivating her taste for small pleasures. And, ever since the first kiss she shared with Nino Quincampoix, the list of small pleasures she has cultivated a taste for has done nothing but grow.

Author’s Note: Bonjour! Not only is this my first time writing fanfiction for these two, but it’s also my first time writing anything remotely close to adult. Please, be kind. 👉👈 I sincerely hope you enjoy this little oneshot!

[Image pinched from cinema-shots]

Amélie Poulain has spent years cultivating her taste for small pleasures. And, ever since the first kiss she shared with Nino Quincampoix, the list of small pleasures she has cultivated a taste for has done nothing but grow.

Much to her own astonishment, she has come to adore engaging in public displays of affection. Usually so reserved, so secretive, she takes Nino’s hand in hers proudly - screaming to the world “Look! He is mine, and I am his, and we are in love!” When they exchange tender words, or fleeting touches, or gentle kisses, she finds herself not caring that anyone around them will see. In fact, she almost thinks she’d like to invite them to stare.

She still enjoys the sensation of dipping her hand into sacks of grain. The seeds are cold, but they yeild to her hand’s intrusion, and the feeling of them sliding against her skin is just as satisfying as the first time she experienced it.

She delights in the feeling of Nino’s lips on hers, and takes the opportunity to enjoy that feeling any chance she gets. She likes to kiss him as though they have no need for air and oxygen. She likes to get so lost in the feeling of it that they become lightheaded, and have to part for a moment to catch their breath, foreheads pressed together and arms wrapped around each other.

It has become a Friday ritual for them to take a teaspoon to crack crème brûlée together in the evening. Silent, they indulge in the sound of sugar being broken, and the first mouthful of a truly remarkable dessert.

Perhaps her favourite of her new little pleasures, she loves the sound that escapes Nino’s throat when she kisses and nips at the flesh on the small of his back. It had been quite accidental the first time; she was only exploring. Every time after that had been completely on purpose. She’d listen as she placed soft lips to his skin. It wasn’t a gasp, not a sigh. Gently, she’d take some flesh between her teeth. She wouldn’t call it a moan, or a groan either. She’d release him, only to press another kiss to the place she’d just bitten, and resolved to listen again next time. One day she’d put a name to the noise he made; a secret sound just for Amélie.

She still skips stones at St. Martin’s Canal. Once, she had tried to teach Nino how to do it, so that he might join her. He was not very good. But, he said that he enjoyed watching her, and that was enough for him, so he still accompanies her to the bridge happily whenever she invites him.

And of course there is the pleasure that she thought men were incapable of giving her. How wrong she’d been. There could be nothing more pleasurable to Amélie than long nights spent tangled in sheets with Nino Quincampoix. How could there be anything better than experiencing their closeness, the intimacy that comes from knowing another person like this?

To Amélie, their lovemaking sounds like a song - all breathy moans and groans stifled in a kiss and whispered words of affection and love. The heady scent of sex fills the room, overwhelming her senses. She sees the sheen of sweat over Nino’s beautiful skin, watches as his eyes squeeze shut and his head is thrown back in pleasure. And she feels his hot flesh under her fingers, around her waist, and inside her body.

And as all of these sensations come together into one glorious moment of white-hot stillness, she is floating, and there is nothing anyone could do to bring her back down.

Afterwards, as her body relaxes, and Nino presses tender kisses to her neck, shoulders, and chest, she considers her list of small pleasures in an effort to refocus her mind.

And as she considers her list, Amélie Poulain thinks that perhaps this certain pleasure deserves a list all to itself.

what happens when the booth goes bright? what happens when you’re out of view? what happens when you can’t hold on? or when i can’t hold on to you? what happens when tomorrow comes – and there’s nothing that we can do?

back in the summer of 2019 i saw amelie the musical for the first time during the UK production’s tour, and it was one of the most beautiful and magical experiences of my life! and when i got home i did [this fanart] but since i was so blessed as to get to see it again in september 2021 before it closes at the end of its west end run i thought i’d re-do that piece but with a bit more time and attention put into it and include the whole company in some way.

when i saw it on tour, i remember amelie drew the curtain with such hope for the future and i hope to be more like that after getting to relive this show again in london. and for your closing night, happy trails, beloved amelie!

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"It’s August 29th..."

"LE FABULEUX DESTIN D’AMÉLIE POULAIN" (2001) Jean-Pierre Jeunet

when amélie said "try to come closer you'll only get halfway" and nino said "if you know that you're always halfway there i can meet you there halfway" 🥺🥺🥺

some more amélie uk lettering from the past few months 💚🇫🇷 is this show still relevant? do people still think about it? i'm not done appreciating it lol

tiny announcement: i have an etsy now :^) for now there are only digital downloads of some of my prints (including some of the above) but thats more convenient right, no shipping and you get unlimited prints foreveeeer

amélie question that ive wondered for months: why did danny mac replace chris jared as nino for the tour after chris originated the role in the uk at the watermill? was it like an understudy thing where danny wasn't available until the tour so chris took it up til then or like a "sorry chris, danny's more famous so he's gonna take over" kind of thing

I really want to know the back story on Nino and his high-Pony-tail stripper BFF. They became friends when he was dressed as SANTA ffs.

Amélie (2001)

work in progress! the prompt was: write a scene between two of your characters with no dialogue. make it a quiet, private moment where we see what they're like together when no one else is around.

Get To Know Me [1/10 musicals]:

Amélie

Will there be troubles?

I don't know.

Will you be with me?

I hope so.

Will there be time to keep on dreaming once this dream is over?