A Man Called Otto

Based on the #1 New York Times bestseller "A Man Called Ove" by Fredrik Backman, A Man Called Otto is a heartwarming and poignant comedy-drama directed by Marc Forster. The film stars Tom Hanks as Otto Anderson, a cynical and fastidious widower who has lost his sense of purpose after the death of his wife. As he plans to end his life, his attempts are repeatedly interrupted by a boisterous young family moving in next door. Otto finds his match in the quick-witted and heavily pregnant Marisol, portrayed by Mariana Treviño, whose dogged determination to connect with her neighbor leads to an unlikely and transformative friendship. The film also features Truman Hanks as a younger Otto in flashbacks, along with Rachel Keller and Manuel Garcia-Rulfo. With a soulful score by Thomas Newman, this touching story explores themes of grief, community, and the enduring power of human connection, proving that family can be found in the most unexpected places.