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Nothing Personal

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2009 | 85 min | Drama

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (82% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had almost no lasting buzz and soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 25 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Alone in her empty flat, from her window Anne observes the people passing by who nervously snatch up the personal belongings and pieces of furniture she has put out on the pavement. Her final gesture of taking a ring off her finger signals she is leaving her previous life in Holland behind. She goes to Ireland, where she chooses to lead a solitary, wandering existence, striding through the austere landscapes of Connemara. During her travels, she discovers a house that is home to a hermit, Martin.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    82% on Rotten Tomatoes, 71 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.5 out of 10

  • AwardsBelow par

    4 wins and 2 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Reach & staying powerBelow par

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 6K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Urszula Antoniak

  • Lotte VerbeekYou
  • Stephen ReaMartin
  • Tom CharlfaFather Picknick
  • Ann Marie HoranMother Pocknick
  • Fintan HalpennyElder Son Picknick
  • Sean McRonnelYounger Son Picknick
  • Paul RonanMan in Car
  • Fiona KellyFemale Bartender
  • Aindrias De StaicFiddle Player
  • Petey MadiganAccordeon Player