# The Young Karl Marx (2017)

> A spirited historical biopic follows the young Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels as exile, industrial poverty, and political repression forge a revolutionary partnership.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/266221

## Facts

- Runtime: 118 min
- Genres: History, Drama
- Director: Raoul Peck
- Cast: August Diehl, Stefan Konarske, Vicky Krieps, Olivier Gourmet, Hannah Steele, Rolf Kanies, Niels-Bruno Schmidt, Alexander Scheer
- TMDB rating: 6.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1699518/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: intellectually serious, energetic, free spirited, historical film night, political discussion

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