In cinemas on February 2, The Whale is a gut-wrenching character study starring Brendan Fraser, who’s been nominated for a Best Actor Oscar for his troubles. Thanks to Madman, Flicks is giving away 15 double passes to the film: find out how to enter below!
Synopsis: A reclusive English teacher (Fraser) living with severe obesity attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter (Sadie Sink) for one last chance at redemption. A film based on the acclaimed play by Samuel D. Hunter.
Brendan Fraser gives a virtuosic performance as Charlie, an English teacher living with severe obesity whose time is running out. As he makes a last bold attempt to reconcile with his broken family, Charlie must confront, with his full heart and fierce wit, long buried traumas and unspoken love that have haunted him for decades.
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