The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (2023)
- 7.25/10
- Comedy, Fantasy, Drama
- 2023
- 0h:39m
- PG
A rich man learns about a guru who can see without using his eyes. He sets out to master the skill in order to cheat at gambling.
Genres
Comedy Fantasy DramaCast
Ralph Fiennes
- Character: Roald Dahl / Policeman
Benedict Cumberbatch
- Character: Henry Sugar / Make-Up Artist
Dev Patel
- Character: Dr. Chatterjee / John Winston
Ben Kingsley
- Character: Imdad Khan / Croupier
Richard Ayoade
- Character: Dr. Marshall / Yogi
Jarvis Cocker
- Character: Canasta Player / Manor Guest / Friend of Henry Sugar / Casino Entrance Man
Rebecca Cornford
- Character: Canasta Player / Manor Guest / Friend of Henry Sugar / Casino Guest / Hospital Nurse
David Gant
- Character: Casino Croupier
Martin Foreman
- Character: Casino Guest
Agatino Trimarchi
- Character: Casino Guest
Movie Details
- Director: Wes Anderson
- Status: Released
- Original Language: EN
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MORE SPOILER-FREE MINI-REVIEWS @ https://www.msbreviews.com/movie-reviews/mini-reviews-2023-edition "The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar is such a fun, delightful, brilliant palate cleanser to watch during any festival. Wes Anderson’s unique style works phenomenally well with short runtimes. 39 minutes of quirky yet intriguing entertainment." Rating: A-
The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, adapted from Roald Dahl’s 1977 short story, presents a simple yet layered narrative in a theatrical and visually striking way. Delivered like a grand stage play, the film blends storytelling and performance, offering multiple character perspectives through rich narration and stylized set designs. Though its fast pacing may challenge non-native English speakers, the film remains engaging, with well-developed characters and a compelling internal conflict at its core. Stunning visuals, sharp transitions, and dynamic acting make this a must-watch for fans of unique cinematic storytelling. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)