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Waltz for Monica

2013Movie1 h 51 min

DramaMusic
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Rotten Tomatoes–65%

A romantic, moving music movie about a real life story and history, with standout performances and score.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

Having it all comes at a price

"Monica Z" is a biopic about the Swedish singer and actress Monica Zetterlund focusing on her journey from a job as a telephone operator in a small town in Sweden to stardom in the clubs of New York and Stockholm.

Feels like

  • Biographical Drama
  • Jazz Music
  • Swedish Cinema
  • Emotional Journey
  • Showbiz Story
  • Coming-of-Age (Adult)
  • Vulnerable Character Study
  • Period Piece
  • Melancholy & Hopeful

Cast

16 of 16

Crew

Directed by
Per Fly
Written by
Per Fly, Peter Birro
Produced by
Lena Rehnberg
Music by
Peter Nordahl

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Facts

September 13, 2013 · 1 h 51 min · Sexual Content, Drug Use

Released
September 13, 2013
Runtime
1 h 51 min
Content
Sexual Content, Drug Use
Genres
Music, Drama
Original language
Swedish
Also spoken
English
Made in
Sweden
Available in
12 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Waltz for Monica?"

Questions about Waltz for Monica

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Waltz for Monica?

Viaplay

In the United States, Waltz for Monica streams on Viaplay. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is Waltz for Monica worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66 (IMDb 6.8).

Is Waltz for Monica plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Waltz for Monica good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Waltz for Monica in English?

SwedishEnglish

No, it was made in Swedish, with some English.