"A Serious Man" is a 2009 black comedy-drama film by Joel and Ethan Coen about Larry Gopnik, a Jewish physics professor in 1967 Minnesota. As his life unravels professionally and personally—including his wife leaving him and various family troubles—he seeks meaning and answers by consulting three different rabbis. The film explores themes of faith, family, morality, and existential questions. It is widely considered one of the Coens' best films and received critical acclaim, including Academy Award nominations for Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay.
