The Smile of an Angry Man
The Smile of an Angry Man

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The Smile of an Angry Man

2006
Movie
23 min
English

Sentry, a 19 year old orphan has a secret. He's extremely gifted and mad at the world. Will anyone listen?

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Yorgos LanthimosGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A seemingly ordinary man, driven by a dark inner turmoil, embarks on a bizarre and unsettling journey of self-discovery and revenge. His actions, fueled by a peculiar sense of justice and a distorted perception of reality, lead him and those around him into increasingly absurd and disturbing situations. The film explores themes of masculinity, societal expectations, and the hidden anxieties that lie beneath the surface of everyday life.

Critical Reception

The Smile of an Angry Man received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its dark humor and unique directorial style, while others found its tone and subject matter challenging. It is considered an early work that showcases Lanthimos's distinctive and often provocative approach to filmmaking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark, absurdist humor.

  • Noted for Yorgos Lanthimos's distinctive and unsettling directorial voice.

  • Some found the film's tone and subject matter difficult to engage with.

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Fun Fact

The film was Yorgos Lanthimos's second feature film, following his debut with 'My Best Friend'.

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