Being John Malkovich
One day at work, unsuccessful puppeteer Craig finds a portal into the head of actor John Malkovich. The portal soon becomes a passion for anybody who enters its mad and controlling world of overtaking another human body.
Release Year
1999
Runtime
113 min
Audience Score
7.4
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
Story Snapshot
One day at work, unsuccessful puppeteer Craig finds a portal into the head of actor John Malkovich. The portal soon becomes a passion for anybody who enters its mad and controlling world of overtaking another human body.
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Being John Malkovich is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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