Sorry to Bother You

Sorry to Bother You

2018 · 112 min · EN · R · 6.8 (1,872 votes)
Dir. Boots Riley · Starring LaKeith Stanfield, Tessa Thompson, Jermaine Fowler, Omari Hardwick, Terry Crews, Kate Berlant · Music Merrill Garbus

“Destiny is calling.”

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In an alternate present-day version of Oakland, black telemarketer Cassius Green discovers a magical key to professional success – which propels him into a macabre universe.

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This film is a jarring, darkly comedic plunge into a surreal alternate reality. It feels like a fever dream of biting social commentary, constantly shifting between unsettling absurdity and sharp, hilarious satire. Expect a bold, unforgettable experience that challenges perceptions.

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