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21 Grams

2003 · Movie · R · 124 min · ★ 7.3 · 75% critics

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Three lives—an ailing mathematician, a suburban mother, and a born-again ex-con—are drawn together by a terrible accident that leaves lasting emotional damage. Told through connected events, the story explores how tragedy can upend relationships and choices, changing each person’s future.

Also known as Twenty-One Grams

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Details
Years
2003
Release date
2003-09-06
Language
English
Rated
R
Runtime
124 min
Critic score
75/100
TMDB rating
7.3/10 (3,404 votes)
About

Choose this if you want a dark, emotionally intense drama with strong performances and a non-linear story structure; Not for you if heavy, grim themes overwhelm you or if you dislike timelines that can feel confusing, like Babel or Mystic River.

Pros: powerful emotions; standout performances; compelling drama | Cons: heavy subject matter; non-linear confusion; can be audio-challenging

Themes

  • life and death
  • rage and hate
  • transplantation
  • faith
  • suicide attempt
  • loss of loved one
  • widow
  • ex-detainee
  • new mexico
  • sadness
  • car crash
  • multiple storylines

Awards & recognition

  • National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
  • Academy AwardBest Actress · 2004 · nominated
  • Academy AwardBest Supporting Actor · 2004 · nominated
  • European Film AwardBest Non-European Film · 2003 · nominated
  • BAFTA AwardBest Original Screenplay · nominated
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  • BAFTA AwardBest Actor in a Leading Role · nominated
  • BAFTA AwardBest Actress in a Leading Role · nominated
  • BAFTA AwardBest Editing · nominated

Cast & crew