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Marcela

2007·Movie
1h 22min
67
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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos10
  • Melancholy10
  • Family Dynamics9

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Cringe Humor1
  • Dark Humor1

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout characters and direction

  • Character Depth10
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition5

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About

The life of Marcela, an ordinary Czech woman is explored throughout several decades of her life. We are engaged to struggle and fight back with Marcela as her tragic life unfolds before our eyes especially when dealing with her daughter’s unexpected death, which almost drives her to suicide. The film was initially part of a series about the fate of six married couples, but the events that happened throughout Marcela’s life were the reason why the director decided to focus solely on a documentary about her.
Longitudinal DocumentaryRaw Human TragedyCzech CinemaProfound GriefIntimate Character StudyReal-Life ResilienceObservational RealismEmotional Devastation

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Marcela legally?

Marcela is included with a subscription to GuideDoc, True Story, and DocAlliance Films in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on myfilmfriend. You can also rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Marcela worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Marcela rated?

Suicide themes

Content advisories: suicide themes.

How long is Marcela?

1 h 22 min

Marcela runs 1 h 22 min.

Is Marcela based on a true story?

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

What language is Marcela in?

Czech

It was made in Czech. Produced in Czechia.

In how many countries can I watch Marcela?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Marcela in 91 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.