Lucky
Lucky

Lucky

2017Movie88 minEnglish

Follows the journey of a 90-year-old atheist and the quirky characters that inhabit his off-the-map desert town. He finds himself at the precipice of life, thrust into a journey of self-exploration.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic74/100
Google Users89%
Director: John Carroll LynchGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

The film follows Lucky, a 90-year-old atheist, as he navigates his twilight years in a small desert town. Facing his own mortality, Lucky embarks on an unexpected spiritual journey, encountering quirky characters and reflecting on his life. Through his daily routines and interactions, the film explores themes of aging, friendship, and the search for meaning in the face of death.

Critical Reception

Lucky received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its tender portrayal of aging and the masterful performance by Harry Dean Stanton in his final film role. Critics lauded its quiet dignity, understated humor, and poignant exploration of existential themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply moving and authentic portrayal of mortality and friendship.
  • Harry Dean Stanton delivers a career-defining performance in his final film.
  • The film is praised for its quiet simplicity and profound philosophical undertones.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's heartwarming and thought-provoking nature, with many appreciating the authentic portrayal of an elderly man coming to terms with life's big questions. Viewers found it to be a touching and memorable experience.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by John Carroll Lynch, who was a longtime friend of lead actor Harry Dean Stanton and was inspired to make the film as a tribute to him.

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Stephen Campbell

Stephen Campbell

**_A meditation on mortality_** >_The movie is written for and in every way inspired by Harry Dean Stanton. The stories in the film are stories from his life and it is definitely an "inspired by" movie. The story of_ Lucky _is not the st...