An Ordinary Man
An Ordinary Man

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An Ordinary Man

2017
Movie
90 min
English

A war criminal in hiding forms a relationship with his only connection to the outside world - his maid.

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IMDb5.7/10
Google Users70%
Director: Achero MañasGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a fictional African nation, a former Serbian secret police officer, now living under a new identity, is unexpectedly confronted by the daughter of a man he tortured years ago. The tables turn when she captures him and forces him to face his past actions. As she interrogates him, the narrative explores themes of revenge, justice, and the complex nature of memory.

Critical Reception

An Ordinary Man received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise directed at Ben Kingsley's performance. Critics often highlighted the film's tense atmosphere and its exploration of difficult moral questions. However, some found the plot predictable or underdeveloped, and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Ben Kingsley delivers a powerful performance as a morally ambiguous character.

  • The film effectively creates a suspenseful and claustrophobic atmosphere.

  • Some critics felt the narrative's resolution was somewhat unsatisfying or predictable.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's thematic depth and Kingsley's acting, though some found the storyline to be less compelling than anticipated.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Sofia, Bulgaria, standing in for an unnamed African country.

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