Special
A lonely metermaid has a psychotic reaction to his medication and becomes convinced he's a superhero. A very select group of people in life are truly gifted. Special is a movie about everyone else.
Release Year
2006
Runtime
81 min
Audience Score
6.3
Genres
Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Story Snapshot
A lonely metermaid has a psychotic reaction to his medication and becomes convinced he's a superhero. A very select group of people in life are truly gifted. Special is a movie about everyone else.
Why This Page Helps
Special is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Who should watch Special?
Special is best for viewers who want drama, fantasy, science fiction without having to browse blindly.
What tone does Special have?
The tone is best described as immersive, which is why this page links into more mood-based guides instead of leaving you with genre labels alone.
How complex is Special?
Special lands at medium complexity, so it works both as a direct pick and as a springboard into deeper recommendation pages.
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