Tom Hanks portrays Mister Rogers in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, a timely story of kindness triumphing over cynicism, based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod. After a jaded magazine writer (Emmy winner Matthew Rhys) is assigned a profile of Fred Rogers, he overcomes his skepticism, learning about kindness, love and forgiveness from America’s most beloved neighbor.
“Tom Hanks fits the red sweater like he was born in it, but Marielle Heller’s unique take on Fred Rogers’ magnetism exceeds impersonation.” – Toronto Star
“With clear-eyed rigour, Heller, Hanks and Rhys put aside cheap sentiment and earn this film’s authentic heartfelt emotion.” – BBC.com
