The story follows Lee Chandler (Casey Affleck), a depressed, solitary janitor in Boston who is forced to return to his titular hometown after the sudden death of his brother, Joe (Kyle Chandler). Upon arrival, Lee is stunned to learn he has been named the legal guardian of his 16-year-old nephew, Patrick (Lucas Hedges).
: The film utilizes a series of sharp flashbacks to slowly reveal the catastrophic trauma that hollowed out Lee's life years prior. This structure illustrates how his current "brokenness" is a permanent state rather than a temporary hurdle . Themes: Grief Without Closure Manchester by the Sea 2016 2h 18m 7.8
Unlike many dramas that follow a "healing" arc, Manchester by the Sea is noted for its unprecedented realism . Manchester By the Sea review – a minor-key masterpiece The story follows Lee Chandler (Casey Affleck), a