"A Man Called Otto": Read The Screenplay By David Magee
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"A Man Called Otto" tells the story of Otto Anderson, a grump who no longer sees purpose in his life following the loss of his wife. Otto is ready to end it all, but his plans are interrupted when a lively young family moves in next door, and he meets his match in quick-witted Marisol. She challenges him to see life differently, leading to an unlikely friendship that turns his world around. A heartwarming and funny story about love, loss, and life, the film shows that family can sometimes be found in the most unexpected places.
Based on the novel, "A Man Called Ove," by Fredrik Backman, and Swedish film (of the same name) by Hannes Holm.
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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. Sony Pictures Entertainment
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Type | ... |
FYC
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Version | ... | Final |
Date | ... | 11.30.2022 |
Pages | ... | 114 |
Genres | ... | ComedyDrama |
Screenplay | ... | David Magee |
IMDb ID | ... | 7405458 |
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