The Great & The Small
The Great & The Small

The Great & The Small

2016Movie104 minEnglish

Twenty-six year old Scott is living on the streets and trying to find his way back into society while on probation for petty crimes. He attempts to navigate his relationship with his two bit criminal of a boss and an enigmatic detective, while at the same time winning back the heart of his ex-girlfriend, a working single mom. Never having a mother or father himself, Scott discovers the true meaning of fatherhood.

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IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users89%
Director: Jonathan GlazerGenres: Drama, Mystery, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a near-future society where memories can be extracted and replayed, a woman grapples with the ethical implications of a technology that blurs the line between personal experience and manufactured reality. As she delves deeper into the fragmented recollections of a deceased scientist, she uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of human consciousness.

Critical Reception

The Great & The Small was met with widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its thought-provoking narrative, stunning visuals, and powerful performances. Critics lauded its ambitious exploration of memory, identity, and the human condition, while audiences were captivated by its suspenseful plot and philosophical depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intellectual depth and challenging themes.
  • Lauded for its visually striking cinematography and atmospheric tension.
  • Commended for Johansson's nuanced and compelling central performance.

Google audience: Viewers were highly impressed by the film's unique concept and its ability to provoke deep thought about the nature of memory and reality. Many appreciated the sophisticated storytelling and the emotional resonance of the characters' journeys, though some found the pacing occasionally slow.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 3 Academy Awards, including Best Original Screenplay. Won Best Cinematography at the BAFTA Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive visual style was inspired by the works of surrealist painters Salvador Dalí and René Magritte, with director Jonathan Glazer aiming to create a dreamlike and unsettling aesthetic.

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