The Angriest Man in Brooklyn
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The Angriest Man in Brooklyn

A perpetually angry man is informed he has 90 minutes to live and promptly sets out to reconcile with his family and friends in the short time he has ...left. Show More

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In The Angriest Man in Brooklyn, a man named Henry Altmann, always infuriated, receives shocking news that he has only 90 minutes to live due to a misdiagnosis. Panicked by the time limit, he embarks on a race against the clock to mend broken relationships and make amends with his family and friends.

Henry's estranged wife, Bette, is his first stop in search of forgiveness. Along the way, he encounters his brother, Aaron, and his nephew, Tommy, trying to repair the strained bond they share. Desperate to reconnect, Henry struggles to convince them of his sincerity.

Simultaneously, Henry meets a compassionate doctor, Sharon Gill, who regrets being the bearer of bad news. Sharon, however, decides to accompany him on his journey, helping him navigate the overwhelming emotions he experiences. Together, they visit various key people in Henry's life, including his son, Tommy, and his childhood friend, Louis.

As the minutes tick by, Henry finds solace and resolution in unexpected ways. He begins to understand the impact his anger has had on those around him, leading him to confront his own demons and seek redemption. Through his interactions with his loved ones, Henry learns valuable lessons about forgiveness, love, and the importance of cherishing every moment.

The Angriest Man in Brooklyn is an insightful and heartwarming dramedy that explores the power of human connections and the transformative nature of facing one's own mortality.

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The Angriest Man in Brooklyn

Release Date:

23 May 2014

Writers:

Daniel Taplitz, Assi Dayan