Mr. and Mrs. Stodola
Mr. and Mrs. Stodola

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Mr. and Mrs. Stodola

2023
Movie
108 min
Czech

During an unsuccessful burglary attempt, Jaroslav accidentally kills his old neighbour. His wife, Dana, concocts a plan to make the murder seem like an accident. Another neighbour stands in the way, however, whom they also have to eliminate. Dana convinces Jaroslav to help her. They attempt to use this incident to solve some of their financial problems. With the vision of easy money, the Stodolas start killing elderly people. Initially, they proceed to cover up the murders as accidents or suicide and the police do not do much to prove it otherwise.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users85%
Director: Ethan MarmolejoGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A recently married couple, deeply in love but struggling with financial woes, decides to take on a series of increasingly absurd side jobs to make ends meet. Their attempts to juggle their burgeoning careers and their marriage lead to chaotic and hilarious situations, testing their commitment and their sanity.

Critical Reception

Mr. and Mrs. Stodola received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences alike. While praised for its energetic comedic performances and lighthearted premise, some reviewers noted that the plot occasionally meandered and relied on predictable comedic tropes. The chemistry between the lead actors was frequently highlighted as a strong point.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film shines thanks to the stellar comedic timing and undeniable chemistry of its leads.

  • While the plot offers plenty of laughs, it sometimes falls into predictable comedic beats.

  • A charming and generally fun romp that succeeds more on performance than narrative innovation.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed 'Mr. and Mrs. Stodola,' appreciating its humor and the performances of the cast, particularly the central couple. Many found it to be a feel-good movie that was easy to watch, though some wished for a more original storyline.

Fun Fact

The improvisational nature of many scenes was a key element of the production, with director Ethan Marmolejo encouraging the cast to explore comedic tangents that often made it into the final cut.

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