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Marwencol 2010

Following a devastating attack that leaves him with severe physical and psychological trauma, Mark Hogancamp retreats into a fantastical world of his own creation. He builds Marwencol, a meticulously crafted miniature town set in a World War II era, using dolls to reenact and process his experiences. Through these elaborate scenarios, Mark explores themes of war, violence, and ultimately, his journey toward healing and redemption, often embodying the heroic Captain Hogancamp within his constructed reality.

Following a devastating attack that leaves him with severe physical and psychological trauma, Mark Hogancamp retreats into a fantastical world of his own creation. He builds Marwencol, a meticulously crafted miniature town set in a World War II era, using dolls to reenact and process his experiences. Through these elaborate scenarios, Mark explores themes of war, violence, and ultimately, his journey toward healing and redemption, often embodying the heroic Captain Hogancamp within his constructed reality.

Does Marwencol have end credit scenes?

No!

Marwencol does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Metacritic

82

Metascore

7.8

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
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98%

TOMATOMETER

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87%

User Score

IMDb

7.5 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

72

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User Score

Awards & Nominations for Marwencol

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26th Film Independent Spirit Awards 2011

Nomination

Best Documentary Feature

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Marwencol | OFFICIAL trailer US (2010) ComicCon SXSW Silverdocs IFF Boston

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