This Must Be the Place (2011)

The movie tells the story of Cheyenne, a retired rock star living off his royalties in Dublin, who returns to New York City to find the Nazi responsible for humiliating his deceased father during World War II. What begins as a personal quest soon becomes a transformative journey. Cheyenne’s odyssey takes him across the heartland of America, reawakening him to the world and his own soul.

Length: 1h 58m
Genre: Drama, Comedy
This Title is: Reflective, Quirky

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Trailer

Cast

• Sean Penn as Cheyenne
• Frances McDormand as Jane
• Judd Hirsch as Mordecai Midler

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: R for language, some sexual content and brief disturbing images

Content warnings include strong language and mature thematic elements.

Trivia

• The film features a soundtrack by David Byrne of the Talking Heads, who also makes a cameo appearance.
• Sean Penn’s character was inspired by a mix of retired rock stars, including Ozzy Osbourne.
• The film was shot on location in the United States, Ireland, and Italy.

Our Review

Paolo Sorrentino crafts a poignant and surreal journey with “This Must Be the Place”, intertwining themes of redemption, aging, and self-discovery. Sean Penn’s transformation into the gothic rock star Cheyenne is captivating, delivering a performance that is both haunting and deeply moving. The film balances its offbeat humor with moments of stark seriousness in a way that’s refreshingly original. Its visual storytelling, complemented by an evocative soundtrack, makes it an unforgettable cinematic experience.

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