The Man Who Married Himself
The Man Who Married Himself

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The Man Who Married Himself

2010
Movie
13 min
English

Oliver has a mid-life crisis, and decides to get married - to himself. This is the story of his relationship, and how he discovers some truths about life and love on the way.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Dan FuttermanGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A woman struggling with her marriage to an actor who is rarely home for long discovers that he has legally married another woman while working abroad. As she grapples with this revelation, she begins to question the nature of love, commitment, and the validity of her own marriage.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising the performances of the lead actors, particularly Kathryn Morris, and the film's exploration of complex relationship dynamics. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable or underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong lead performances, especially Kathryn Morris.

  • Explores the complexities and challenges of long-distance relationships and marital commitment.

  • Some found the narrative to be somewhat conventional and lacking in deeper exploration of its themes.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'The Man Who Married Himself' is not widely available through Google reviews to provide a specific summary.

Fun Fact

The film was based on a short story by Stephen King, although it was a lesser-known piece from his early career.

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