# Marvin's Room (1996)

> Estranged sisters confront years of unequal sacrifice when their father's illness compels them to reunite and care for one another.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/4972

## Facts

- Runtime: 98 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Jerry Zaks
- Cast: Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton, Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Hume Cronyn, Gwen Verdon, Hal Scardino, Dan Hedaya
- TMDB rating: 6.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116999/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: melancholic, intimate, serious, quiet evening, family drama night

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of family bonds and the complexities of care amidst life's challenges.

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