Nobody Owns Me
Nobody Owns Me

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Nobody Owns Me

2013
Movie
110 min
Swedish

The story of a lone father's relationship with his daughter, of the destructive power of alcohol, of a child's vulnerability, but also of love, betrayal and socialist politics in 1970s Sweden.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Alexey BalabanovGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows the journey of a young man who, after being released from prison, finds himself adrift in society. He grapples with his past and attempts to find his place in a world that seems indifferent to his struggles. Facing numerous challenges and moral dilemmas, he seeks redemption and a sense of belonging.

Critical Reception

Alexey Balabanov's final film, 'Nobody Owns Me,' received a mixed to positive reception, with critics acknowledging its somber tone and Balabanov's characteristic directorial style. While some praised its exploration of societal alienation and the human condition, others found it to be somewhat bleak and uneventful.

What Reviewers Say

  • Explores themes of isolation and the search for identity in post-Soviet Russia.

  • Features Balabanov's signature gritty realism and bleak outlook.

  • The narrative is considered slow-paced by some, but impactful for others.

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Fun Fact

This film marked the final directorial work of acclaimed Russian filmmaker Alexey Balabanov before his untimely death in 2013.

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