Welcome to Marwen

Welcome to Marwen

You can't put this hero in a box.

Directed by Robert Zemeckis

Produced by DreamWorks Pictures, Universal Pictures

2018116 min6.5 / 10

A semi-biographical drama about trauma and recovery that blends live-action struggle with whimsical fantasy, finding redemption through creative expression and the support of meaningful relationships.

When a devastating attack shatters Mark Hogancamp and wipes away all memories, no one expected recovery. Putting together pieces from his old and new life, Mark meticulously creates a wondrous town named Marwen where he can heal and be heroic. As he builds an astonishing art installation — a testament to the most powerful women he knows — through his fantasy world, he draws strength to triumph in the real one.

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  • Does Welcome to Marwen end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.

  • Is Welcome to Marwen sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.

  • Is Welcome to Marwen easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.

  • Is Welcome to Marwen violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is Welcome to Marwen scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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