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Mahler

1974·Movie
1h 55min
73
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Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline2
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy9
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

A real life story, history, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7

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An electrifying visual odyssey into musical madness and savage romance.

Famed composer Gustav Mahler reflects on the tragedies of his life and failing marriage while traveling by train.
Biographical DramaHistorical PortraitIntrospectiveMelancholicComposer's LifeMarriage DramaMusical ExplorationPsychological StudyArtistic Struggle

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Mahler legally?

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Is Mahler worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 75%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Mahler?

1 h 55 min

Mahler runs 1 h 55 min.

Is Mahler based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Mahler?

Critics75
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Mahler much the same way.

What language is Mahler in?

EnglishItalian

It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Mahler?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mahler in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Mahler use?

Match CutFlashbackSmash the SymbolOutliving One's OffspringPass Through the RingsVictoria's Secret CompartmentGoodbye, Cruel World!Religious for BenefitsAsh FaceSeesaw CatapultKnife-Throwing ActCry into Chestand 2 more

TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Mahler, including Match Cut, Flashback, Smash the Symbol.