IMDB Summary:
A cash-strapped documentary maker decides to make his newest documentary about a mollusk shell he finds living in his Airbnb with his friends.
FYA Summary:
So… if you haven’t heard of Marcel, he started in 2010 as a video series voiced by Jenny Slate and he is the MOST PRECIOUS GEM IN THE UNIVERSE. He’s funny and weird and tiny, and I am grateful we live in a world where an entire MOVIE was made about him. Amazingly, this film legit has a structure to it wherein Marcel is searching for his missing family (aside from his grandmother Connie who is elegant and wise) with the help of a documentarian.
I would love to elaborate more, because I WILL force this movie upon you, but I truly believe this film sells itself and in that way, is better not spoiled. But gahhhhh it is SO WONDERFUL!!!
Familiar Voices:
Isabella Rossellini as Connie; Jenny Slate as Marcel
Jenny Slate’s voice for Marcel is sweet, with a kind of nasal vibe, and the way she expresses his observations is so darling and earnest. And then there’s award-winning actress Isabella Rossellini (!!!) who plays his grandmother with a gentility that our culture doesn’t deserve. If you don’t fall for both of these characters, I’m pretty sure you’re AI, which Marcel will forgive you for because he doesn’t know what that means (but I will not).
Couch Sharing Capability: Shell of a Crowd!
Pack in the fam, y’all, because this movie will make everyone feel like they just got a hug and a warm chocolate chip cookie. Yes, you’ll tear up, but that’s okay if you’re surrounded by loved ones, whom you will be especially grateful for after watching this film!
Recommended Level of Inebriation: Thimble of Whiskey
You don’t want to miss any of the genius dialogue, so be careful, but at the same time, Marcel ain’t gonna judge if you want a drop of booze in your shell.
Use of Your Streaming Subscription: Small But Mighty
This movie was in my top five favorites of 2021: it’s boldly artistic and heartfelt and bizarre and tickle-me funny. If I met someone who said they didn’t like Marcel, I would honestly assume they were a serial killer (minus the part where toenails make for good skis). Don’t miss out on this tiny treat!!!
