Living (2022) movie poster

Living (2022)

"It's never too late to start."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 55%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 88% (RT: 96%, MC: 81) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Director
Oliver Hermanus
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
Japan, Sweden, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (503 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Metacritic
81
Cast
Bill Nighy as Williams
Aimee Lou Wood as Margaret Harris
Alex Sharp as Peter Wakeling
Tom Burke as Sutherland
Adrian Rawlins as Middleton
Oliver Chris as Hart
Hubert Burton as Rusbridger
Zoe Boyle as Mrs. McMasters
It's divisive. Only 55% of audiences liked it based on 503 votes. Critics rated it higher at 88%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
London, 1953. Mr. Williams, a veteran civil servant, is an important cog within the city's bureaucracy as it struggles to rebuild in the aftermath of World War II. Buried under paperwork at the office and lonely at home, his life has long felt empty and meaningless. Then a devastating medical diagnosis forces him to take stock, and to try and grasp some fulfilment before it passes permanently beyond reach. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Bill Nighy spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The iconic poster for Living was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Living is a 2022 drama film directed by Oliver Hermanus. London, 1953. Mr.

Williams, a veteran civil servant, is an important cog within the city's bureaucracy as it struggles to rebuild in the aftermath of World War II. Buried under paperwork at the office and lonely at home, his life has long felt empty and meaningless. Then a devastating medical diagnosis forces him to take stock, and to try and grasp some fulfilment before it passes permanently beyond reach.

The film has been rated by 503 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Living 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.

Living (2022) 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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