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Marcus

2015·Movie
1h 37min

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Marcus fingerprint

Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia6
  • Wonder6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

A real life story, everyday modern life, and show business

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout score and cinematography

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography8

Who it's for

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About

Patrick Savey plunges us into Marcus's world, capturing the New York roots of the legendary bass player, following his path like the pebbles of Tom Thumb, as he meets masters of Jazz like Larry Graham, Jaco Pastorius, David Sanborn, Herbie Hancock, Al Jarreau and Miles Davis. A fantastic visual and musical journey through the history of this exceptional musician
Jazz Music DocumentaryBiographical JourneyMusical HistoryLegendary Bass PlayerNew York RootsVisual and MusicalJazz MastersInformative & EngagingHomage to Jazz

Crew

Directed by:

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Marcus

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Where can I stream Marcus legally?

Marcus is included with a subscription to OVID in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Marcus worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Marcus?

1 h 37 min

Marcus runs 1 h 37 min.

Is Marcus based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Marcus in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch Marcus?

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