Donnie Darko

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"Donnie Darko" is a 2001 science fiction film known for its complex narrative and open-ended conclusion. The story follows Donnie Darko, a troubled teenager, who is led out of his house by a mysterious figure named Frank, a giant rabbit, on the night a jet engine crashes into his bedroom. Frank warns Donnie that the world will end in 28 days, initiating a series of events that blur reality and fantasy. Donnie's interactions with Frank influence his actions, leading to vandalism and other crimes, while he also develops a relationship with Gretchen, a new student in town. The film explores themes of time travel, free will, and determinism, leaving viewers with multiple interpretations of its conclusion. The narrative delves into the concept of a Tangent Universe, where events diverge from the Primary Universe, and Donnie must navigate this reality to prevent catastrophe. Through its use of symbolism and philosophical discussions, "Donnie Darko" challenges viewers to question the nature of reality and the consequences of one's actions. The film's ending, where Donnie sacrifices himself to restore order, is particularly poignant, as it resets the timeline, erasing the events of the past 28 days from everyone's memory except the viewer's.