Being Human
Being Human

Movie spotlight

Being Human

1994
Movie
122 min
English

One man must learn the meaning of courage across four lifetimes centuries apart.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users75%
Director: Bill ForsythGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A priest takes in a young, pregnant, and seemingly homeless girl who claims to be the Virgin Mary. As he tries to help her and understand her situation, he grapples with his faith and the skepticism of those around him. The film explores themes of belief, compassion, and the extraordinary in the ordinary.

Critical Reception

Being Human received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While some praised its unique premise and Robin Williams's performance, others found its pacing slow and its narrative somewhat ambiguous. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its quiet contemplation and others finding it unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thoughtful exploration of faith and humanity.

  • Robin Williams delivers a nuanced and sensitive performance.

  • Some found the pacing too slow and the ambiguity frustrating.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique concept and Robin Williams's performance, finding it to be a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant experience. However, a portion of viewers felt the story was too slow-moving and lacked a clear resolution.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be directed by Barry Levinson with a different cast before Bill Forsyth took over and rewrote the script, casting Robin Williams in the lead role.

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