A Man Called Otto
Otto is a grump who's given up on life following the loss of his wife and wants to end it all. When a young family moves in nearby, he meets his match in quick-witted Marisol, leading to a friendship that will turn his world around.
- Released: 2022-12-25
- Runtime: 120 minutes
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Stars: Tom Hanks, Rachel Keller, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Cameron Britton, Mike Birbiglia, Elle Chapman, Truman Hanks, John Higgins, Tony Bingham, Lily Kozub, Mack Bayda, Juanita Jennings, Peter Lawson Jones, Peter Sipla, Carl Clemons, Kristy Nolen, Dominick Marrone, Cindy Jackson, Christiana Montoya, Alessandra Perez
- Director: Marc Forster
Comments
- jbishop-65393 - 22 June 2024
Hallmark Film Gone Wrong
Being someone with a family history of autism spectrum disorder I wanted to like this movie. I feel like Hanks did got a lot of the nuances of autism correct. However that was overshadowed by a slow and plodding storyline that depicts in detail multiple ways "how to" commit suicide and too many instances depicting his hostility to everybody any everything (We get it, he's angry, unlikeable, and depressed!). Too many two dimensional "diverse representations" to be representative of true middle America and felt like forced inclusion. Stereotypes of gen Z's obsession with filming literally everything on their phones and not one gen Z'er being willing to help and old person having a medical crisis.
This movie had potential but ended up being a two dimensional politically correct Hallmark movie instead. - myrandomappsin - 8 April 2024
Discover the beauty in life's simple moments.
A Man Called Otto is a touching cinematic gem that left me with tears of joy. This feel-good movie is a poignant reminder of the power of human connection and resilience. From its heartwarming storyline to its beautifully crafted characters, every moment of this film resonates deeply. A must-watch for anyone in need of a heartfelt journey that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
Central to the film's narrative is the theme of human connection and the profound impact it has on our lives. Through Otto's interactions with the eclectic cast of characters, each with their own unique struggles and triumphs, the film explores the transformative power of empathy and compassion.
