World of Glory

In a starkly stylized world, a plain man in white makeup guides the viewer through his bleak existence, exposing the harsh realities of life with unflinching honesty. The film's stark aesthetic and unsettling premise serve as a commentary on the human condition, though the specifics of its narrative remain elusive. A critical comeback for writer-director Roy Andersson, World of Glory marked a return to cinema after years spent working in advertising, where his idiosyncratic style found success in commercials.