“Living” (2022) is a British drama film directed by Oliver Hermanus, starring Bill Nighy. The film is a remake of Akira Kurosawa’s 1952 classic “Ikiru.” Set in 1950s London, the story follows Mr. Williams, a reserved and lonely civil servant who learns he has a terminal illness. Faced with the prospect of his impending death, Williams reevaluates his life and decides to make a meaningful change. He takes on the task of turning a neglected public project into a reality, finding a new purpose and sense of fulfillment in his final days. The film is a poignant exploration of life, mortality, and the search for meaning, with Nighy’s subtle and moving performance at its core.
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