The Wall by Marlen Haushofer

The Wall

Marlen Haushofer with Shaun Whiteside (Translator)

9 hours, 15 minutes • first pub 1963 (editions) user-added

fiction dystopian literary dark mysterious reflective slow-paced

Description

The 2012 adaptation of this classic dystopian novel is directed by Julian Roman Polsler and stars internationally renowned actress Martina Gedeck. I can allow myself to write the truth; all the people for whom I have lied throughout my life are de...

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Community Reviews Summary of 953 reviews

Moods

reflective 85%
dark 51%
mysterious 46%
sad 46%
emotional 44%
challenging 30%
tense 24%
adventurous 22%
hopeful 15%
inspiring 11%
relaxing 9%
informative 3%
funny 2%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

slow 72%
medium 25%
fast 1%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 81% | A mix: 15% | Plot: 3%

Strong character development?

Yes: 70% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 11%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 68% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 8% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 14% | Yes: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 39% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 22% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

4.0

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