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Ode to Joy 2019

In this sidesplitting yet poignant comedy, Brooklyn librarian Charlie's rare condition - cataplexy-induced paralysis from joy - forces him to curate a life devoid of pleasure. But when he meets the vibrant Francesca, Charlie must confront his risk-averse nature and weigh the cost of suppressing love against the thrill of embracing it.

In this sidesplitting yet poignant comedy, Brooklyn librarian Charlie's rare condition - cataplexy-induced paralysis from joy - forces him to curate a life devoid of pleasure. But when he meets the vibrant Francesca, Charlie must confront his risk-averse nature and weigh the cost of suppressing love against the thrill of embracing it.

Does Ode to Joy have end credit scenes?

No!

Ode to Joy does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for Ode to Joy

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Metacritic

38

Metascore

7.0

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
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48%

TOMATOMETER

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66%

User Score

IMDb

6.4 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

62

%

User Score

Letterboxd

3.0

From 2 fan ratings

Movie Insider

2.00/5

From 4 fan ratings

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ODE TO JOY Official Trailer (2019) Martin Freeman, Morena Baccarin Movie HD

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