Clara
A suspended astronomer and an unlikely artist assistant pursue evidence of extraterrestrial life while confronting the emotional void beneath his obsession.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Slow
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Layered
- Violence
- None
- melancholic
- intimate
- dreamy
- quiet evening
- thoughtful movie night
What critics said
Critics found the film ambitious and atmospheric, with intriguing science and a strong conclusion, but broadly criticized its slow pace, platitudinous dialogue, uneven characterization, and weak emotional chemistry.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Isaac's astronomical search functions as both a scientific investigation and an emotional response to personal loss.
Isaac's fixation on discovering extraterrestrial life follows a tragedy, contributes to his divorce, and leads to suspension from the university.
Clara is an artist with little education or astrophysics training, yet her observational abilities become valuable to Isaac's research.
Critical reception specifically highlights muted colours and an ethereal score while describing the film as an effective mood piece.
Films like Clara, and why
The Discovery
Shared intimate science fiction, existential inquiry, grief, and romance within a grounded contemporary setting.
Another Earth
Shared contemplative science fiction, damaged relationships, emotional isolation, and cosmic questions.
The One I Love
Shared melancholy romance, scientific curiosity, and an emotionally intimate approach to speculative ideas.
I Origins
Shared cerebral romantic drama pairing personal loss with a search for meaning beyond ordinary human experience.
Movie Details
- Director
- Akash Sherman
- Release Date
- 2018-11-30
- Runtime
- 106 min
- Rating
- 7.4 / 10 (239)
Cast
- Patrick J. Adams
- Troian Bellisario
- Kristen Hager
- Ennis Esmer
- R.H. Thomson
- Jennifer Dale
- Will Bowes
- Dwight Ireland
- Tanner Zipchen
- Genelle Williams
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Clara about?
- A suspended astronomer and an unlikely artist assistant pursue evidence of extraterrestrial life while confronting the emotional void beneath his obsession.
- What is Clara like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Clara as slow, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as layered.
- Is Clara violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Clara.
- What did critics think of Clara?
- Critics found the film ambitious and atmospheric, with intriguing science and a strong conclusion, but broadly criticized its slow pace, platitudinous dialogue, uneven characterization, and weak emotional chemistry.
- Which films are like Clara?
- Films with a similar feel include The Discovery, Another Earth, The One I Love, and I Origins.
- How long is Clara?
- Clara runs 106 minutes.
- Where can I watch Clara?
- In United States, Clara is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
