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The Master and Margarita

2011Movie2 h 8 min

DramaRomance
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3

An intricate, gripping drama movie about fantasy and the mind, with standout dialogue and characters.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

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Story

Manuscripts don't burn

The Master is a talented writer in Moscow working on a manuscript about Jesus and Pontius Pilate. The Moscow authorities are harassing Master by surveillance and intimidation. His assistant and muse, Margarita, tries to help the Master through the supernatural powers she got from the devil, Woland, who is visiting Moscow.

Feels like

  • Philosophical Fantasy
  • Social Satire
  • Psychological Drama
  • Surreal & Allegorical
  • Non-Linear Narrative
  • Biblical Reimagining
  • Dark Comedy
  • Intricate Plot
  • Moral Ambiguity
  • Literary Adaptation

Cast

24 of 48

Crew

Directed by
Yuriy Kara
Written by
Mikhail Bulgakov, Yuriy Kara
Music by
Alfred Schnittke

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Facts

April 7, 2011 · 2 h 8 min · Disturbing Imagery, Sexual Content

Released
April 7, 2011
Runtime
2 h 8 min
Content
Disturbing Imagery, Sexual Content
Genres
Drama, Romance, Fantasy
Original language
Russian
Made in
Russia

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is The Master and Margarita worth watching?"

Questions about The Master and Margarita

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Is The Master and Margarita worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59 (IMDb 6.3).

Is The Master and Margarita good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 5 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Can I half-watch The Master and Margarita?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 10 of 10 for complexity and 9 for philosophical.

Is The Master and Margarita in English?

Russian

No, it was made in Russian.