Mary and Max (2009)
Mary and Max (2009) is a heartwarming yet dark animated film that explores an unlikely friendship between Mary, a lonely 8-year-old girl from Australia, and Max, a reclusive middle-aged man with Asperger’s Syndrome living in New York. Their correspondence begins when Mary writes to Max, and they develop a deep, long-lasting bond through letters over the years. The movie delves into themes of loneliness, mental health, and the complexity of human connection. Directed by Adam Elliot, Mary and Max is a moving story that showcases the power of friendship, even in the face of life’s struggles and challenges.
