A Man Called Otto

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Otto's grumpy facade hides a heart healing from loss. Enter a lively family next door: chaos, laughter, and unexpected friendships thaw his bitterness. A touching tale where life's unpredictability rekindles humanity in an old soul.

A Man Called Otto Trivia

What is the primary occupation of Otto in "A Man Called Otto"? (Genius)

#1: Librarian

#2: Engineer

#3: Retired Police Officer

#4: Baker

Which actor portrays the character Otto in "A Man Called Otto"? (Hard)

#1: Tom Hanks

#2: Robert De Niro

#3: Brad Pitt

#4: Joaquin Phoenix

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A Man Called Otto Fun Facts

Tom Hanks stars alongside his son, Truman Hanks, who plays a younger version of his character, Otto.

The film A Man Called Otto is based on the Swedish novel A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman.

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Which character from "A Man Called Otto" is your favorite?

Otto

Sonya

Marisol

Jimmy

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What was your favorite theme in "A Man Called Otto"?

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Otto

Marisol

Sonya

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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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June 2, 1981

Birth of Fredrik Backman

Fredrik Backman is born; he is the Swedish author who wrote the book that inspired the movie 'A Man Called Otto'.

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July 31, 2012

Publication of the book 'A Man Called Ove'

Fredrik Backman's novel 'A Man Called Ove', which serves as the basis for the movie 'A Man Called Otto', is published.

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2022

Release of the movie 'A Man Called Otto'

The movie 'A Man Called Otto' is released in theaters, inspired by the book 'A Man Called Ove'.

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A Man Called Otto

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A Man Called Otto Trivia

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A Man Called Otto Fun Facts

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Popular Characters

Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

Birth of Fredrik Backman

Publication of the book 'A Man Called Ove'

Release of the movie 'A Man Called Otto'

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