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A Midwestern physics teacher, Larry Gopnik, faces a cascade of personal crises, desperately seeking meaning while his life unravels.
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Larry Gopnik, a Midwestern physics teacher, watches his life unravel over multiple sudden incidents. Despite seeking meaning and answers amidst his turmoils, he seems to keep sinking.
"Named one of the 100 best films of the century by The New York Times. A Serious Man is one of those Coen brothers' cinematic gems that balances existential drama, dark humor, and a unique perspective on the human condition. Released in 2009, the film follows the spiral of misfortune that befalls Larry Gopnik, a physics professor impeccably portrayed by Michael Stuhlbarg. Amid betrayals, professional threats, and family issues, he searches for answers in faith, rabbis, and reason—without success. With sharp direction and a script replete with philosophical irony, the film provokes uncomfortable laughter and profound reflection. It's pure Coen: strange, thought-provoking, and, ultimately, brilliant."