Alfred
Alfred

Alfred

1995Movie113 minSwedish

The life of the Swedish engineer Alfred Nobel. How he invented dynamite and later in his life founded the Nobel-Prize.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic56/100
Google Users70%
Director: Alan J. PakulaGenres: Drama, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

A shy, isolated accountant is coaxed out of his shell by a mysterious woman. Their relationship becomes complicated when he suspects she might be involved in a murder.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its performances but criticism for its pacing and plot. Audiences were generally underwhelmed by its dark tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Tom Hanks delivers a compelling performance as the socially awkward protagonist.
  • The film's atmosphere is effectively tense and suspenseful.
  • Some critics found the narrative predictable and lacking in genuine emotional depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated Tom Hanks's performance and the intriguing premise, but many found the story to be slow and disappointing.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Dark Halcyon' before being changed to 'Alfred'.

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