Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011) movie poster

Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011)

"You can get away, but you can never escape."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 35%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 82% (RT: 90%, MC: 75) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Sean Durkin
Runtime
1h 41m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (805 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
90%
Metacritic
75
Cast
Audiences say no. Just 35% of audiences liked it based on 805 votes. Critics rated it higher at 82%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
After several years of living with a cult, Martha finally escapes and calls her estranged sister, Lucy, for help. Martha finds herself at the quiet Connecticut home Lucy shares with her new husband, Ted, but the memories of what she experienced in the cult make peace hard to find. As flashbacks continue to torment her, Martha fails to shake a terrible sense of dread, especially in regard to the cult's manipulative leader. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Sean Durkin cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of Martha Marcy May Marlene, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Martha Marcy May Marlene is a 2011 drama, thriller film directed by Sean Durkin. After several years of living with a cult, Martha finally escapes and calls her estranged sister, Lucy, for help. Martha finds herself at the quiet Connecticut home Lucy shares with her new husband, Ted, but the memories of what she experienced in the cult make peace hard to find.

As flashbacks continue to torment her, Martha fails to shake a terrible sense of dread, especially in regard to the cult's manipulative leader. The film has been rated by 805 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Martha Marcy May Marlene delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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