clutch went suddenly. couldn't shift. does it need replacement?

What is your question?

car is a standard. clutch went suddenly. couldn't shift gears. towed home. just tried it. got it into 1st gear without motor running. does it need replacement or something simpler?

What makes this problem better or worse?

don't know..and not sure about engine in above section

How long has your 1995 Mazda Protege had this problem?

this happened about a month ago...haven't driven it since.