Everything Is Illuminated (2005) movie poster

Everything Is Illuminated (2005)

"Leave Normal Behind."
ThumbScore
👍 62%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 62% (RT: 65%, MC: 58) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDrama

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Director
Runtime
1h 45m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (813 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
65%
Metacritic
58
Cast
Elijah Wood as Jonathan Safran Foer
Eugene Hutz as Alex
Boris Lyoskin as Grandfather
Jana Hrabětova as Jonathan's Grandmother
Jonathan Safran Foer as Leaf Blower
Stephen Samudovsky as Jonathan's Grandfather Safran
Oleksandr Choroshko as Alexander Perchov, Father
It's divisive. Only 62% of audiences liked it based on 813 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 62%.
Overview
A young Jewish American man endeavors—with the help of eccentric, distant relatives—to find the woman who saved his grandfather during World War II—in a Ukrainian village which was ultimately razed by the Nazis. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • During production of Everything Is Illuminated, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The initial cut of Everything Is Illuminated was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Everything Is Illuminated is a 2005 comedy, drama film directed by Liev Schreiber. A young Jewish American man endeavors—with the help of eccentric, distant relatives—to find the woman who saved his grandfather during World War II—in a Ukrainian village which was ultimately razed by the Nazis. The film has been rated by 813 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, Everything Is Illuminated delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Everything Is Illuminated (2005) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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