Mr. Nobody (2009)

Mr. Nobody (2009) is a visually striking, emotionally rich drama-fantasy-romance that follows Nemo Nobody — a man who, in the utopian year 2092, is the oldest mortal on Earth and the last person facing the choice of death. As Nemo recounts his life to a reporter, the film unspools in multiple, often overlapping timelines that all hinge on a single childhood decision: at a train station, should he leave with his mother or stay with his father? From that moment, infinite possibilities branch into alternate loves, losses, and destinies. What you’ll experience: a nonlinear, dreamlike narrative that jumps between ages and realities; poetic, imaginative visuals and scenes that feel part memory, part speculation; intimate, bittersweet explorations of love, regret, fate and free will; and a mix of quiet, tender drama with sweeping, fantastical scenarios. The story challenges you to follow multiple “what if” lives at once and rewards viewers who enjoy philosophical cinema that asks more questions than it answers. Expect to come away moved, thoughtful, and perhaps a little unsettled — considering how one choice can ripple into countless lives.

Actors: Jared Leto, Sarah Polley, Diane Kruger

Director: Jaco Van Dormael

Runtime: 141 min

Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Romance

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