Welcome to Marwen

As a Biography, Comedy, and Drama, 'Welcome to Marwen' elicits a complex emotional response. **Sadness** and **Empathy** are central, stemming from Mark Hogancamp's traumatic assault, brain damage, and his struggle to regain his memories and identity. The audience feels deeply for his vulnerability and his unique coping mechanism. **Inspiration** and **Hope** emerge from his remarkable resilience and the creative, therapeutic world of Marwen he builds. **Anxiety** is prominent as he confronts his past and the daunting prospect of testifying against his attackers. While featuring comedic elements, the humor is often quirky or dark, contributing to a pervasive sense of **Melancholy** alongside moments of **Joy** and **Happiness** derived from his artistic creation and small personal victories. There is also a degree of **Anger** towards the perpetrators and **Curiosity** about the intricate miniature world he constructs.