Rent Mostly Martha (2001)

3.6 of 5 from 87 ratings
1h 45min
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Synopsis:
The head chef at swish Hamburg restaraunt The Lido, Martha Klein's perfectionism and obsession with good cooking leaves little free time for romantic entanglements.However, when her sister tragically dies in a car accident, Martha's boss Frida (Sibylle Canonica) insists she take time out to care for her eight year old niece Lina (Maxime Foerste) whilst attempts are made to locate Lina's estranged father. Returning to work after struggling to bond with this stubborn, headstrong child, Martha (Martina Gedeck) finds that dashing Italian sous-chef Mario (Sergio Castellitto) has been hired to help in the kitchen.
Initially threatened by this unorthodox intruder, Martha slowly comes to confide in him, so beginning a relationship that will fundamentally alter her attitude to life. An enthralling and utterly charming bittersweet comedy about acceptance and the pressures of modern day life, this subtle, flavoursome and engagingly performed tale brought the compelling Gedeck and the equally note perfect Castellito numerous outstanding actor awards.
Actors:
, Maxime Foerste, , , , , , , , , Gerhard Garbers, Angela Schmidt, , W.D. Sprenger, , Jerome Ducornau, Adrian Stein, Rocco Dressel, Leonhard Mazohl, Dietrich Adam
Directors:
Producers:
Karl Baumgartner, Christine Berg, Christoph Friedel
Writers:
Sandra Nettelbeck
Aka:
Martha
Studio:
Optimum
Genres:
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Collections:
Top 10 European Remakes, Top Films
Countries:
Germany
BBFC:
Release Date:
29/09/2003
Run Time:
105 minutes
Languages:
German
Subtitles:
English
DVD Regions:
Region 2
Formats:
Pal
Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen 1.78:1 / 16:9
Colour:
Colour
Bonus:
  • Trailer Reel
  • Original Trailer
  • International Trailer
  • Stills Gallery

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Reviews (3) of Mostly Martha

A 'feel good' film with depth - Mostly Martha review by CP Customer

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24/08/2013

The female head chef of a smart restaraunt is stereotypically Germanic, obsessive,uptight, perfectionist about her work and food until she has to face two life crises; her sister is killed in a car crash leaving her to look after her 8 year old niece, and an Italian chef is hired. Sensitive,empathic, the inevitable happens.A film with a happy ending. Trajedy with a light touch, and beautifully acted.

1 out of 1 members found this review helpful.

Tiresome - Mostly Martha review by JR

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22/06/2024

Formulaic, derivative, it's modelled on American rom coms, but there is absolutely no comedy and little romance. The actress who plays Martha strikes poses and emotes occasionally, but mostly she's just modelling. The Italian chef conforms to all the cliches and stereotypes. The child is the best actor and the most authentic character.

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Good german film - Mostly Martha review by CP Customer

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15/12/2005

Extremely good comedy with outstanding performance by Martina gedeck. 9/10

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