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7.6
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7.5

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ana7204
katieshaw
Katie Shaw
rated 9

Brilliantly emotional performances, really pulls you in to caring. Many of the visuals were uncomfortable but to that end its effectiveness really hits home.

1 year ago
millaheering
andreas07arndt
nickeflis
comersiarte
Comersiarte
rated 10

Good... One

2 years ago

Cast & Crew

Brendan Fraser
As Charlie
Ty Simpkins
As Thomas
Hong Chau
As Liz
Sadie Sink
As Ellie
Lance Oppenheim
As Julian (uncredited)
Sathya Sridharan
As Dan the Pizza Man

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In "The Whale," Charlie is a reclusive English teacher burdened by severe obesity, living in isolation and grappling with the emotional scars of his past. As he faces an impending health crisis, he seeks to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter, Ellie, hoping for a chance at redemption. Their complicated relationship unfolds against the backdrop of past traumas and unspoken love, challenging both characters to confront their pain and desires. With each encounter, they navigate themes of forgiveness and self-acceptance in a raw exploration of what it means to truly connect with another person. This poignant drama reveals the profound complexity of family ties as Charlie strives for a final moment of understanding before time runs out.

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