Tom Hanks' Critically Acclaimed Masterpiece With 97% on RT Exits Netflix This November
This is the kind of story that we all need at times.
Fredrik Backman's novel has long since achieved the status of a modern classic and a national treasure in Sweden. The book has already been adapted for the screen: the movie A Man Called Ove was released in 2015.
In the movie A Man Called Otto, Tom Hanks continues the legacy of the Scandinavian counterpart: he flies into a rage over an improperly parked car, cannot stand the neighbor's tiny dog, and is ready to fight back against officials in white shirts.
Director Marc Forster's work does not shine with originality, but at the same time it treats the original source carefully. Without any unexpected plot twists, European history comes to life against the backdrop of an American city.
What Is A Man Called Otto About?
After the death of his wife, Otto wants to follow his beloved into the other world. But each time, someone or something prevents the old man from fulfilling his plans.
In addition, the man gets new neighbors – the pregnant Marisol, her husband and two children. The young family completely changes Otto's life and plans.
A Man Called Otto is Tom Hanks' Best Role in Years
The strength of A Man Called Otto lies in its cast. At the heart of the story is the warm friendship between Marisol and Otto: the ever-optimistic Mexican sees her neighbor not as an evil old man, but as a lonely and good friend.
After his less successful roles in recent years and the risk of being awarded a Golden Raspberry, Tom Hanks reminds humanity of his outstanding talents and, in a way, returns to his roots – starring in a humanistic film in which kindness and empathy can save even people who have lost all sense of life.
In fact, humanity is the common thread that runs through the story of the book and the two films. Otto lives in a community where neighbors share meals, go running, and rescue homeless cats.
The cohesiveness and sense of belonging to a group of caring people ignites a spark of hope in the old man that life can go on as usual, even after the death of the person he loves most.
A Man Called Otto Is Leaving Netflix
A Man Called Otto is a completely unnecessary retelling of a familiar story that can still make viewers laugh, shed a tear, and hug their neighbors. In short, do not regret the time spent.
So hurry up, A Man Called Otto will leave Netflix on November 6.