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Director: Dagur Kári
Cast: Brian Cox, Paul Dano, Stephanie Szostak, Isild Le Besco
Jacques is the curmudgeonly owner of a gritty New York dive bar that serves as home to a motley assortment of professional drinkers. Jacques is determinedly drinking and smoking himself to death when he meets Lucas, a homeless young man who has already given up on life. Determined to keep his legacy alive, Jacques deems Lucas is a fitting heir and takes him under his wing.
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Directed by Dagur Kári in 2009, The Good Heart is a poignant and offbeat comedy-drama that explores the unlikely friendship between a cynical bar owner, played by Brian Cox, and a young homeless man he takes under his wing. With its blend of dry humor and emotional depth, the film offers a unique and compelling perspective on the power of human connection.
The Good Heart is an Icelandic independent film written and directed by Dagur Kári, starring Brian Cox and Paul Dano. It debuted at the 2009 Toronto International Film Festival.
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