Shout by nicoleahmed

A Man Called Otto 2022

Excellent acting, script and directing in this touching and heartfelt film. It never shies away from the dark aspects of life and the world. Otto's repeated despairing of and irritation with aspects of modern society are super relatable but darkly funny too. Those bits are my favourite bits of the movie that make it unique.

The other parts of the movie are about a love/life story looked back on - and a quirky community pulling together to look after one another. all the acting is great - but perhaps a bit larger than life - so it never really feels realistic. that's fine though - it's a good bit of feel good escapism.

the aesthetic is interesting and at times I felt like there were conscious decisions to hark back to the scandi origins of the story.

I liked the overall effect of the movie and the messages it's getting across about the strength of communities.not groundbreaking but some original moments. worth a watch.

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