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Mostly Martha (DVD, 2003)
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German director Sandra Nettelbeck whips up a tasty entry in the burgeoning "love and food" romance genre with MOSTLY MARTHA, the tragicomic tale of an uptight professional chef who finds her world turned upside down when she becomes the caretaker for her newly orphaned niece Lina (Maxime Foerste). Martina Gedeck stars as Martha, whose obsession with precision gourmet cooking extends to discussing recipes with her bewildered therapist (August Zirner) and verbally attacking anyone at the restaurant who attempts to send her food back. When she's forced to expand her life to include Lina, her hermetic world begins to crumble. Sullen, despondent, and--worst of all--refusing to eat, Lina proves herself more than a match for Martha's iron will. Enter a boisterous, life-embracing Italian chef (Sergio Castellitto) who's been hired at the restaurant without Martha's consent, and the table is set. Sparks fly, personalities clash, and simmering, repressed emotions come bubbling to the frothy surface. Though perhaps not the most original recipe, the acting here is as impeccable as the cooking, and the cinematography, by longtime Nettlebeck-collaborator Michael Bertl, infuses the food and locales with glistening, sumptuous warmth.Product Identifiers
UPC0097363408048
eBay Product ID (ePID)3416576
Product Key Features
ActorSergio Castellitto, Martina Gedeck
RatingNR
Movie/TV TitleMostly Martha
DirectorSandra Nettelbeck
FormatDVD
Release Year2003
GenreForeign Language
Sub-GenreGerman
Additional Product Features
Region CodeRegion 1
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureGermany
Leading RoleSergio Castellitto, Martina Gedeck
Film CountryGermany
Release Date20030128
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- 18 Jul, 2016
One of my top 50 movies
This movie is one I can see and enjoy every few years. Hard to find on downloads, so I decided to buy for my library. This DVD was in great condition! It is subtitled, but not difficult to follow. I love the soundtrack provided by Keith Jarrett. The theme is wholesome and can be enjoyed by the entire family. The ending is unexpected and uplifting. Relax and enjoy!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Feb, 2017
Chick Flick
Generally I do not like chick flicks, but this one is so beautifully acted with characters who seem REAL. The sound track is great. The affair includes watching a chef prepare beautiful dishes. The German is lovely to listen to and not at all what you might think. The child actor is so natural and the relationship development between her and her aunt is heart wrenching but no tear-jerker. A love story between three people. This one has been on my favorites list for a long time and I knew I had to buy it. An English version starring Catherine Zetta Jones is pale in comparison.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 May, 2016
Heartwarming Movie
A good movie that you can actually watch as a family. It is a little bit funny and a little bit sad and the characters are endearing. A feel good movie!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 14 Mar, 2020
Very moving but light entertainment.
Very enjoyable and easy to understand. I'm still a student of the German language and this movie has always been my favorite for practice.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Jan, 2018
One of my very favorite movies.
One of my very favorite movies. It never grows old. The characters are wonderful...you come to really care about them A very upbeat film. I felt fortunate to be able to obtain a pristine copy.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 13 Aug, 2019
Mostly Martha DVD.
l Iove this slice of life movie--down to earth exploration about relationships, fleeting chances. a must if you like to cook. totally believable characters including 8 yr old girl. Good music too.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 May, 2022
Good value and entirely satisfied.
I have purchased this film or a friend and have not view it myself but have expressed my friend's view.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 11 Dec, 2023
A wonderful story very cleverly presented
This dvd is an outstanding and skillful story and the dvd was in excellent conditionVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Jun, 2025
Good story without blood and vulgar language.
Just a nice story with good acting. Worth watching more than once-which is how chose to buy dvdsVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Oct, 2021
Engaging characters
Very pleased to get one of my favorite movies at such a good price however packaging was not sufficient to prevent crushing of a corner of case.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
