Mary and Max

About

"Mary and Max" is a poignant animated film that explores the unlikely friendship between two individuals from vastly different backgrounds. Mary, an eight-year-old Australian girl, lives a lonely life in Mount Waverley, struggling with social isolation and family issues. She randomly selects Max Jerry Horowitz, a morbidly obese 44-year-old man with Asperger syndrome living in New York, from a phone book and writes to him. Despite their geographical and psychological differences, they form a deep bond over shared interests like chocolate and a cartoon called "The Noblets." As the story unfolds over nearly two decades, Mary and Max face numerous challenges, including mental health issues, personal losses, and misunderstandings. Despite these obstacles, their friendship endures, providing solace and support. The film delves into themes of loneliness, mental illness, and the power of human connection. With its unique claymation style and dark humor, "Mary and Max" offers a heartwrenching yet hopeful portrayal of friendship transcending distance and adversity. The film features notable performances from Toni Collette and Philip Seymour Hoffman, adding depth to its narrative.