One Man Dies a Million Times
One Man Dies a Million Times

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One Man Dies a Million Times

2019
Movie
97 min
English

A true story, set in the future. About seeds and genetic diversity, about growth and decay, about love and war, about hunger of all kinds. About what it means to be human, even when all your humanity is stripped away.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes73%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users78%
Director: Elizabeth WoodGenres: Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic world where love is forbidden, a group of rebels known as 'Rebel' seek to reclaim their humanity through illegal acts of affection and connection. At the heart of this struggle is a young man who falls in love with another, risking everything in a society that demands absolute obedience and emotional suppression. Their forbidden romance becomes a beacon of hope and defiance against a tyrannical regime.

Critical Reception

Elizabeth Wood's sophomore feature, 'One Man Dies a Million Times,' garnered a polarizing reception, praised by some for its raw intensity and experimental approach, while criticized by others for its challenging narrative and bleak atmosphere. It resonated with audiences drawn to its unconventional exploration of love and survival in a dystopian future.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bold and unflinching exploration of human connection in a desolate future.

  • Noted for its distinctive visual style and intense, often unsettling, atmosphere.

  • Divided opinions on its narrative coherence and the effectiveness of its experimental elements.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's unique and thought-provoking premise, with many appreciating its artistic vision and daring approach to a post-apocalyptic theme. Some viewers found it to be a deeply affecting and memorable experience, while others found its unconventional storytelling to be alienating.

Awards & Accolades

Screened at the Locarno Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film's title is a direct reference to a line from the 1986 film 'River's Edge'.

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