Karla

2025Movie1 h 45 min

74
GoodGoodWatch score
74
GoodGoodWatch score

Summary

Twelve-year-old Karla testifies in court. She makes serious accusations against her own father, who should have guaranteed her safety. Judge Lamy supports her in this difficult trial and becomes her most important confidant.

Good for

  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults
  • Public viewing safe

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Written by
Yvonne Görlach

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Facts

October 2, 2025 · 1 h 45 min · Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language, Sexual Content

Released
October 2, 2025
Runtime
1 h 45 min
Content
Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language, Sexual Content
Genres
Drama
Original language
German
Made in
Germany
Available in
15 countries

Tropes

Pet the Dog, Berserk Button, Nature Adores a Virgin +9

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Karla?"

Questions about Karla

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Karla?

It streams in 5 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Karla worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74 (IMDb 7.2).

Is Karla plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (9 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Karla in English?

German

No, it was made in German.

What tropes does Karla use?

Pet the DogBerserk ButtonNature Adores a VirginUrine TroubleNever My FaultLove Makes You EvilParental SubstituteCharacter TitleDepraved BisexualFraming DeviceStalker with a CrushIcy Blue Eyesand 41 more

TV Tropes lists 53 tropes for it, including Pet the Dog, Berserk Button, and Nature Adores a Virgin.