# Meet Joe Black (1998)

> A wealthy patriarch negotiates for more time when Death arrives in a borrowed body and falls for his daughter.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/252

## Facts

- Runtime: 178 min
- Genres: Fantasy, Drama, Romance
- Director: Martin Brest
- Cast: Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, Claire Forlani, Jake Weber, Marcia Gay Harden, Jeffrey Tambor, David S. Howard, Lois Kelly-Miller
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119643/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: slow
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: wistful, contemplative, romantic, romantic evening, reflective weekend

## Synopsis

A powerful media tycoon faces an unexpected visitor from beyond, leading to a profound exploration of life and love.

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