A Man Called Otto
By Erin
Based on the # 1 New York Times bestseller “A Man Called Ove,” A Man Called Otto tells the story of Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), 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, A Man Called Otto shows that family can sometimes be found in the most unexpected places.
A Man Called Otto shares the importance of community and the sense of belonging that forces Otto to continue living. Watching Otto struggle with moments of hopelessness and self-doubt that weigh heavily on his conscience will tug at your heartstrings. The movie is amusing and charming and feels like a warm hug from a dear friend, make sure to have some tissues nearby for this one!
The film is available on Digital, Blu-ray and DVD now!
BLU-RAY™, DVD AND DIGITAL BONUS MATERIALS
- Breaking The Rules: Making A Man Called Otto: Go behind the scenes with the incredible cast and crew for an exploration of the filmmaking process that brought A Man Called Otto to the screen!
- ‘Til You’re Home Music Video
- In The Studio With Rita Wilson & Sebastián Yatra: Go inside the recording studio with Rita Wilson and Sebastián Yatra as they discuss how the collaboration for the film’s hauntingly beautiful end credit song “‘Til You’re Home” came to life.
- Deleted Scene: When Marisol needs a ride, Otto must make quick adjustments to his car.
CAST AND CREW
Directed By: Marc Forster
Screenplay By: David Magee
Based on the novel “En Man Som Heter Ove” By Fredrik Backman
And The Film “En Man Som Heter Ove” By Hannes Holm
Produced by: Fredrik Wikström Nicastro, Rita Wilson, Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman
Executive Producers: Marc Forster, Renée Wolfe, Louise Rosner, David Magee, Michael Porseryd, Tim King, Sudie Smyth, Steven Shareshian, Celia Costas, Neda Backman, Tor Jonasson
Cast: Tom Hanks, Mariana Treviño, Rachel Keller, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Truman Hanks, Mike Birbiglia
SPECS
Run Time: 126 minutes
Rating: This film is rated PG-13 by the Motion Picture Association for the following reasons: mature thematic material involving suicide attempts, and language.
Blu-ray™: Feature: 1080p High Definition / 1.85:1 | Audio: English 5.1 DTS-HD MA | Audio Description Tracks Stereo
DVD: Feature: 1.85:1 Anamorphic Widescreen | Audio Description Tracks Stereo
FOR MORE INFORMATION
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