Ein Mann namens Otto
Regie Marc ForsterOtto Anderson lebt nach dem Verlust seiner geliebten Ehefrau Sonya ein einsames Leben in Pittsburgh und wird zunehmend verbitterter. Lediglich Regeln und Routinen sind ihm noch wichtig und so ist er in seinem Viertel längst dafür berühmt (bzw. berüchtigt) auf Sauberkeit und Ordnung zu achten. Durch sein grantiges Auftreten kommt es dabei immer wieder zu verbalen Zusammenstößen. Doch Ottos Leben verändert sich schlagartig, als er neue Nachbarn bekommt: Die Familie von Marisol und Tommy mit ihren zwei Töchtern Abbie und Luna samt Katze zieht nebenan ein. Trotz anfänglichem Widerwillen beginnt der verschlossene Witwer sich den Neuankömmlingen nach und nach öffnen. Während er ihnen hilft, mehrere Hindernisse zu überwinden, vertieft sich die Beziehung. Plötzlich hat der alternde Mann wieder einen Lebenssinn und echte Freude in Aussicht - wenn er denn bereit ist, das zuzulassen.
Ein Mann namens Otto Rezensionen & Wertungen
- josi.victoria23. Januar 2025Classic Tom Hanks, he could never score below a 3.5 with me.
- sanjayuchcharia28. Juni 2025One of the best film for a humankind.
- Theo Jansson12. Mai 2025Cried, But apart from that, a very very good movie
- Doruk Dalçam6. Dezember 2025Easy to watch, easy to digest and hard to not to cry.
- oweng1515. Juni 2025Such a good film! It follows the book well, and you really feel for the characters. It might be a bit slow for some, but I personally enjoyed it and it's nice to watch on a chill weekend.
- Zues_Ouvor 1 TagGreat heart felt movie
- Mister Arn14. Mai 2025"A Man Called Otto" eschews action and adventure for a deeply engaging story centered around a solitary man and his community. The exceptional acting and script effortlessly draw you into the tale. Rather than relying on physical activity to captivate, the film masterfully evokes emotion, moving its audience profoundly.
- Manuel Frangis13. April 2025I just watched A Man Called Otto, and I give it 5 out of 5 stars. This movie really surprised me in the best way. I knew it was going to be emotional, but I was not expecting it to hit me this hard. It is one of those stories that feels quiet but powerful. It sticks with you and makes you think about the people around you and the little moments that actually matter. Tom Hanks plays Otto, a man who seems like he has completely shut down from the world. He sticks to routines, keeps to himself, and does not have much patience for anyone. At first, he is hard to like. He comes off cold and distant. But as the story goes on, you start to see what is underneath that. You learn more about his past and the people he has lost. It makes you understand him, and your whole perspective shifts. Hanks is incredible in this role. He plays Otto with so much honesty. Even when he is silent, his face tells you everything you need to know. He brings a quiet kind of emotion that really hits. It is one of the best performances I have seen from him in years. You can feel how tired Otto is, but also how much he still cares deep down, even if he is trying not to show it. The supporting cast brings a lot of heart too. Mariana Treviño plays Otto’s new neighbor, and she brings such a spark to the story. Her character is warm, full of energy, and refuses to be pushed away. The way she and Otto bounce off each other adds a lot of humor and heart. Their relationship builds slowly but naturally, and it becomes the core of the whole movie. The pacing is steady and calm, just like the story. It does not rush. It gives time for each moment to land. The cinematography is simple but effective. The neighborhood feels real. The homes, the streets, the quiet — it all feels familiar in a comforting way. There are no flashy effects or loud distractions. It is about people and the small things they do for one another. One thing I really appreciated is how the movie handles serious topics without making it too heavy. There are emotional moments, but there is also warmth, humor, and hope. It shows how even in the hardest times, there can still be connection, kindness, and a reason to keep going. It reminded me that sometimes just being there for someone can mean everything. Watching A Man Called Otto also reminded me how much the little things matter. A smile, a visit, a conversation — those simple moments can change someone’s whole day. The movie does not shout that message at you. It just shows it, and it makes you feel it. I give A Man Called Otto 5 out of 5 stars because it is heartfelt, thoughtful, and full of meaning. It is not loud or dramatic. It is just real, and that makes it powerful. Overall A Man Called Otto is a beautiful film about rediscovering purpose, finding community, and opening yourself up again. I loved every minute of it, and it is one I will be recommending to people who just need something honest and meaningful.
- arcanus9917. März 2026How could you not love this movie
- Georgi Malinov1. März 2026A wonderful, meaningful, and instructive film. The only thing I didn't like was the repeated mention of people with non-traditional sexual orientations in order to accuse everyone else of narrow-mindedness and rude behavior towards such people, simply because they disapprove of their choice of sexual partner or sexual behavior.
- MrTrivet2. Februar 2026Warm and mushy - maybe I’d feel differently if I’d seen the original Scandinavian version, but the contrast of bitterness and sweetness in the American version comes off as bland.
- Majorclay6. August 2025What a great movie, Tom Hanks doing what he does best.
- Dave Barnes12. März 2025Made for TV movie, ok, but it wont set the heart racing. It looks like it was put together to give Tom something to do.
- AMI_bios27. Januar 2026Good movie overall. Pretty blunt with the messages though and could have benefited from some subtly.
- LK5125. Juli 2025A truly magnificent movie. Well written, well acted and well produced. Funny, poignant, and thoughtful. A unique film that stands apart from the others.
Ein Mann namens Otto Trivia
Ein Mann namens Otto wurde am 25. Dezember 2022 veröffentlicht.
Regie in Ein Mann namens Otto führte(n) Marc Forster.
Ein Mann namens Otto hat eine Spielzeit von 2 Std., 6 Min..
Ein Mann namens Otto wurde produziert von Tom Hanks, Fredrik Wikström, Rita Wilson, Gary Goetzman.
Otto Anderson lebt nach dem Verlust seiner geliebten Ehefrau Sonya ein einsames Leben in Pittsburgh und wird zunehmend verbitterter. Lediglich Regeln und Routinen sind ihm noch wichtig und so ist er in seinem Viertel längst dafür berühmt (bzw. berüchtigt) auf Sauberkeit und Ordnung zu achten. Durch sein grantiges Auftreten kommt es dabei immer wieder zu verbalen Zusammenstößen. Doch Ottos Leben verändert sich schlagartig, als er neue Nachbarn bekommt: Die Familie von Marisol und Tommy mit ihren zwei Töchtern Abbie und Luna samt Katze zieht nebenan ein. Trotz anfänglichem Widerwillen beginnt der verschlossene Witwer sich den Neuankömmlingen nach und nach öffnen. Während er ihnen hilft, mehrere Hindernisse zu überwinden, vertieft sich die Beziehung. Plötzlich hat der alternde Mann wieder einen Lebenssinn und echte Freude in Aussicht - wenn er denn bereit ist, das zuzulassen.
Die Hauptcharaktere in Ein Mann namens Otto sind Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks), Marisol (Mariana Treviño), Jimmy (Cameron Britton).
Ein Mann namens Otto ist bewertet mit 12.
Ein Mann namens Otto ist eine Komödie, Drama Film.
Ein Mann namens Otto hat eine Benutzerbewertung von 9.7 von 10.
Ein Mann namens Otto hatte ein Budget von 50 Mio. $.
Ein Mann namens Otto erzielte Einnhamen von 113,4 Mio. $ an den Kinokassen.