A Man Called Otto

Run Time: 2h 6m
Release Date: 13 January 2023 (Sweden)
Cast: Tom Hanks, Mariana Treviño, Rachel Keller, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Cameron Britton, Juanita Jennings, Mack Bayda
Director: Marc Forster
Writer: David Margee
Genres: Dramas, Comedies, Movies Based on Books
Maturity Rating: U/A 16+
suicide
Languages Available: Hindi, English, French, Korean, German, Polish, Spanish
Available On: Netflix

 

Plot Line

"A Man Called Otto" is the story of Otto, a middle-aged recluse who has lived a quiet and uneventful existence in a little village. Otto is constantly rude, but he also tries to help others, upholds the law, and wants to quit his dull, boring life, which had previously been delightful. Following his unplanned thrust into a prosperous society, Otto endeavors to discover a deeper sense of direction and significance in his life. Along the way, he encounters lively and happy individuals who challenge his presumptions and worldview, which ultimately leads him down a path of self-awareness and personal development.

The audience is made to feel alive by Otto's journey of change due to the individuals around him. Through touching humor and introspection, "A Man Called Otto" explores identity, human connection, and the ultimate meaning of happiness.