Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close

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Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close

PG-13

2012

2h 9m

Drama

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Oskar (Thomas Horn), who lost his father (Tom Hanks) in the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center, is convinced that his dad left a final message for him somewhere in the city. Upon finding a mysterious key in his father's closet, Oskar sets out in search of the lock it fits. Feeling disconnected from his grieving mother (Sandra Bullock) and driven by a tirelessly active mind, Oskar has a journey of discovery that takes him beyond his loss and leads to a greater understanding of the world.

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Critics Consensus

Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close has a story worth telling, but it deserves better than the treacly and pretentious treatment director Stephen Daldry gives it.

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

Aug 31, 2018

Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close just doesn't seen to have any point, and is sentimental and banal as well as very, very long.

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Nicolas Rapold

Film Comment Magazine

Jun 28, 2013

Daldry delivers a surprisingly engaging adaptation of Jonathan Safran Foer's stridently voiced novel about a precocious boy dealing with the death of his father in the terror attacks.

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Leah Rozen

TheWrap

Mar 2, 2012

In the end, the movie is about healing and coming to understand that some things can't be explained.

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Nadia Dalimonte

Next Best Picture

Jun 15, 2023

5/10

While the subject matter is harrowing and resonates on its own, the film’s depiction of such tragedy as a narrative plot point feels emotionally manipulative.

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Amy Thomasson

InSession Film

Apr 26, 2023

A movie that had so much going for it, yet made me cringe the entire time I watched it...

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Feb 23, 2023

2.5/4

A very manipulative film, designed for maximum emotional impact in sometimes transparent ways.

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Dana A

@DanaQ Aug 7, 2026

One of my favorite movies. Very well done, good acting, especially Thomas Horn. I just watched it for my 3rd time last evening, and enjoyed it even more than before.

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TheMovieSearch R

@TheMovieSearch Apr 1, 2026

Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close is a deeply emotional and beautifully crafted drama that tells a heartbreaking story of grief, trauma, and healing. Sandra Bullock and Tom Hanks are both excellent, but the true heart of the film is the young lead, who carries so much of the emotional weight and keeps the audience fully invested. What makes the movie so powerful is how it explores the aftermath of 9/11 through the eyes of a child trying to hold onto his father’s memory. His journey feels personal, raw, and incredibly moving. The screenplay does a strong job balancing emotional pain with a sense of mystery and discovery, making the story feel intimate rather than overwhelming. Overall, this is a remarkable film with strong performances, heartfelt storytelling, and a lasting emotional impact that truly stays with you.

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thiago S

@Thiagostone Mar 4, 2026

Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom

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Deena W.

@Runnerdgw Jan 29, 2026

Thought this movie was a great portrayal of grief. Heart wrenching…acting was so very awesome

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Alexandre B

@Ilex7310 Jan 16, 2026

Extremely long & Incredibly boring...not a good movie

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Rick N

@RickNoel Jan 2, 2026

Another case where the critics and I must have been watching a different film. Enjoyed this film very much and recommend for anyone who has an emotional range. A real shame the reviews aren’t more positive so more people would be encouraged to experience this film. Hope my comments encourage more people to watch.

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Synopsis

Oskar (Thomas Horn), who lost his father (Tom Hanks) in the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center, is convinced that his dad left a final message for him somewhere in the city. Upon finding a mysterious key in his father's closet, Oskar sets out in search of the lock it fits. Feeling disconnected from his grieving mother (Sandra Bullock) and driven by a tirelessly active mind, Oskar has a journey of discovery that takes him beyond his loss and leads to a greater understanding of the world.

Director: Stephen Daldry
Producer: Scott Rudin
Screenwriter: Eric Roth
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Scott Rudin Productions
Rating: PG-13 (Language|Emotional Thematic Material|Some Disturbing Images)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 20, 2012, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 19, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $31.8M
Runtime: 2h 9m
Sound Mix: SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS

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