# The Marathon (2012)

> Four struggling Rotterdam mechanics turn an improbable marathon bid into a boisterous fight to save their garage and themselves.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/87942

## Facts

- Runtime: 107 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Diederick Koopal
- Cast: Frank Lammers, Martin van Waardenberg, Marcel Hensema, Stefan de Walle, Georgina Verbaan, Loes Luca, Mimoun Oaïssa, Cynthia Abma
- TMDB rating: 7.3/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2401621/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, warm, breezy, lazy sunday, feel good movie night

## Synopsis

Four out-of-shape mechanics embark on a hilarious journey to save their garage by running a marathon.

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