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Bruce AlmightyA movie brief.

2003 / Comedy / Directed by Tom Shadyac

What would you do with God's power?

What is Bruce Almighty about?

Bruce Nolan is a down-on-his-luck TV reporter who accuses God of not doing his job correctly. He is offered the chance to try being God himself for one week.

By Brefly · AI-assisted

Five things to know.

  1. Setup

    Bruce Nolan is a TV field reporter who wants to move on from his field reporting job and become an anchorman.

  2. World

    The film is set in Buffalo, New York, and features a mix of humor and spirituality.

  3. Pressure

    Bruce's life becomes chaotic when he uses God's powers for personal gain.

  4. Craft

    The film stars Jim Carrey as Bruce Nolan and Morgan Freeman as God.

  5. Viewing Note

    The film received mixed reviews from critics but was a box-office success.

Brefly’s take / Interpretation

A thought to take with you.

Bruce's chance to control events does not solve the frustration that led him to blame someone else. The week in which he exercises divine power turns everyday requests into consequences, testing whether personal authority can replace the work of listening and responsibility.

Is it your kind of movie?

Choose it for a broad comedy about a reporter trying out unlimited power. It uses religious ideas lightly and focuses on relationships and consequences.

Sources & scope

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