Nobadi
Nobadi

Movie spotlight

Nobadi

2019
Movie
89 min
German

A grumpy old white man enlists the help of an Afghani migrant to bury his dead dog, and as the two dredge through prejudices to find common ground, their day takes an unexpected turn.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes84%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users93%
Director: Ilya NaishullerGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Hutch Mansell is a seemingly ordinary family man who is often overlooked and underestimated. One night, a home invasion disrupts his quiet life, and in a moment of impulse, he fails to protect his family. This event awakens a dormant, lethal side of him, leading him down a violent path of revenge against a dangerous crime syndicate. As his true identity is revealed, Hutch must battle his way through escalating challenges to reclaim his family and confront his past.

Critical Reception

Nobody received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its stylish action sequences, Bob Odenkirk's performance, and its blend of dark humor and visceral violence. Audiences also responded well to its straightforward, high-octane entertainment value.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creative and brutal action sequences.

  • Bob Odenkirk's surprisingly effective turn as an action hero was a major highlight.

  • Appreciated for its effective balance of dark humor and intense violence.

Google audience: Google users largely approved of the film, highlighting its exciting action, satisfying revenge narrative, and Bob Odenkirk's impressive performance in a new genre.

Fun Fact

Bob Odenkirk trained extensively for his role, including learning specific fight choreography and undergoing rigorous physical conditioning for over two years.

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