Podcasts TV Good Day for a Movie Podcast Ep 089 // A Man Called Otto

Ep 089 // A Man Called Otto

Published: April 10, 2023, noon

We review our first new-ish movie on today's episode, as Sage picks 2022's A Man Called Otto starring Tom Hanks. We talk about its manipulative pulling of heartstrings and product placement, and we get the giggles at the beginning. Jacob also openly wept at the end of the movie.

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This movie was directed by Marc Foster.

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GD4AM: 61/100

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IMDb: 7.4/10

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Metacritic: 51/100

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RT: 69%

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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.

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This movie is currently available for rent on most VOD platforms.

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