Madalena (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2021, Madalena is a drama and romance film directed by Emily Chan, running about 96 minutes. “Two lonely lost souls encounter in a city that never sleeps” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A Macau photographed with elegant realism forms the backdrop to the life of Lina, a Chinese immigrant working both as a waitress in a restaurant and as a hostess in a bar in order to save money to join her mother and daughter in China. By chance she meets taxi driver Mada, also an immigrant from China. Both have a past they want to forget and love feels like it might be their last chance to avoid being alone. But as is always the case in a melodrama, the past isn't easily tamed.
Who’s in it. Madalena stars Louis Cheung as Mada and Chrissie Chau as Lena.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Madalena has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Madalena page.
If you liked it. Fans of Madalena tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Madalena (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Madalena change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Madalena worth watching?
- Madalena holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Madalena?
- Madalena stars Louis Cheung and Chrissie Chau.
- When was Madalena released?
- Madalena was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.