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    You Were Never Really Here (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

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    • 1 Jonny GreenwoodTree Synthesisers 4:26
    • 2 Jonny GreenwoodSandy's Necklace 3:48
    • 3 Jonny GreenwoodNausea 1:50
    • 4 Jonny GreenwoodHammer and Tape 1:23
    • 5 Jonny GreenwoodPlayground (Bass Clarinet) 3:47
    • 6 Jonny GreenwoodThe Hunt 3:23
    • 7 Jonny GreenwoodDark Streets 1:52
    • 8 Jonny GreenwoodYWNRH 3:56
    • 9 Jonny GreenwoodNina Through Glass 3:22
    • 10 Jonny GreenwoodVotto 4:02
    • 11 Jonny GreenwoodDark Streets (Reprise) 1:53
    • 12 Jonny GreenwoodDownstairs 0:50
    • 13 Jonny GreenwoodJoe's Drive 1:23
    • 14 Jonny GreenwoodTree Strings 5:11

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    " Bring the hammer."
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    Spoken Language
    Runtime 1 hr 29 min
    Premiere: World $9 360 514 November 8, 2017
    USA $2 528 078
    Other countries $6 832 436
    Premiere: USA $2 528 078 April 6, 2018
    first day $57 408
    first weekend $132 829
    theaters 233
    rollout 270 days
    Digital: World July 3, 2018
    Parental Advisory Violence & Gore, Frightening & Intense Scenes, Profanity, ...
    • Violence & Gore

      plenty

    • Frightening & Intense Scenes

      average

    • Profanity

      average

    • Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

      few

    • Sex & Nudity

      few

    Production Companies British Film Institute (BFI)Film4Why Not Productions...British Film Institute (BFI) Production Board
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    Description

    A traumatized veteran unafraid of violence tracks down missing girls for a living. When a job spins out of control, Joe’s nightmares overtake him as a conspiracy is uncovered leading to what could be his death trip or his awakening.

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    You Were Never Really Here: The Book

    About the Book

    You Were Never Really Here is a novella written by Jonathan Ames. The book was first published in 2013 and is a gripping crime thriller that delves into the dark and gritty world of its protagonist, Joe.

    Plot Summary

    The story follows Joe, a former FBI agent and Marine, who now works as a hired gun to rescue girls from human trafficking rings. Haunted by his own traumatic past, Joe is a deeply troubled character who navigates a violent and corrupt world. The novella is known for its intense and fast-paced narrative, exploring themes of trauma, redemption, and justice.

    Author

    Jonathan Ames is an American author and creator known for his work in both literature and television. He has written several novels and is also the creator of the HBO series Bored to Death. Ames is recognized for his unique storytelling style and his ability to create complex, flawed characters.

    Film Adaptation

    The film adaptation of You Were Never Really Here, directed by Lynne Ramsay, stays largely true to the source material. The movie captures the novella's intense atmosphere and psychological depth, while also expanding on certain elements to fit the cinematic format. The film is praised for its faithful representation of the book's themes and its ability to convey the protagonist's internal struggles.

      • The film maintains the book's focus on Joe's character and his mission.

      • It effectively translates the novella's dark and suspenseful tone to the screen.

      • Some creative liberties are taken to enhance the visual storytelling, but the core narrative remains intact.

    Production

    On 11 May 2016, it was reported that Lynne Ramsay would write and direct an adaptation of Jonathan Ames' novella You Were Never Really Here, starring Joaquin Phoenix. The project would be shopped to Cannes buyers. Although it was initially reported that A24 had acquired the project, Amazon Studios bought U.S. rights to You Were Never Really Here on 13 May 2016. Principal photography took place during August 2016 in and around New York City. Some interior scenes were shot at Kaufman Astoria Studios. On 2 May 2017, it was confirmed that composer Jonny Greenwood would score the film. The film was still a work in progress when it premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on 27 May 2017.

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    An arthouse movie for a prepared viewer who likes to delve into the topic of "how did you end up living like this." Joaquin demonstrates the full range of traits of a sociopath, combining the incongruous: pity and sensitivity with cruelty and toughness. The "action" part is secondary here Translated to English