---
title: "Once More"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/once-more-1988"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 187602
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Once More (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/once-more-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Once More is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Drama.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A husband confronts his hidden truth in mid‑life."

### Why Watch
- thoughtful exploration of identity
- won awards at Venice Film Festival
- written and directed by Paul Vecchiali

### Caveats & Content Note
- somber tone may not appeal to all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film addresses adult themes of sexuality and family, making it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, introspective, character-driven

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central story of the film?
It follows Louis, a husband and father, who discovers in mid‑life that he is gay.

### Q: Who directed and wrote Once More?
Paul Vecchiali served as both director and writer.

### Q: When was the film released?
It premiered on 27 May 1988 in France.

### Q: Did the film receive any awards?
It won the Filmcritica Award and a Special Golden Ciak Award at the 45th Venice Film Festival.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 27 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Once More — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/187602)
- [Once More (1988 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Once_More_(1988_film))
- [Once More (2018) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/575813-once-more)

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