Licorice Pizza

Audience emotional responses for Licorice Pizza are primarily driven by its comedic elements, evoking significant Humor and general Happiness and Joy. The central romantic narrative fosters strong feelings of Love and Empathy for the characters as they navigate their unconventional relationship. A pervasive sense of Nostalgia is elicited by the authentic 1970s San Fernando Valley setting. Underlying the lightheartedness, the film's dramatic aspects introduce a touch of Melancholy from the bittersweet nature of growing up and Anxiety regarding the characters' uncertain futures and the challenges they face.