---
title: "This Must Be the Place"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/this-must-be-the-place-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 53487
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 118
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# This Must Be the Place (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/this-must-be-the-place-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

This Must Be the Place is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Indigo Film, Lucky Red, Medusa Film. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A retired rock star embarks on a quest to track down a hidden Nazi war criminal."

### Why Watch
- Unconventional premise mixing music world with a historical pursuit
- Explores themes of legacy and redemption

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing is deliberate, focusing on contemplation over action
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with mature themes, including the legacy of war crimes, and is suited for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, character-driven, introspective

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/this-must-be-the-place-2011#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Paolo Sorrentino
- **Networks / Studios**: Indigo Film, Lucky Red, Medusa Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sean Penn** as *Cheyenne*
- **Olwen Fouéré** as *Mary's Mother*
- **Eve Hewson** as *Mary*
- **Johnny Ward** as *Steven*
- **Sam Keeley** as *Desmond*
- **Danielle O'Brien** as *Supermarket Girl #1*
- **Margaret O'Reilly** as *Supermarket Girl #2*
- **Frances McDormand** as *Jane*
- **Mairin O'Donovan** as *Old Lady in Bank*
- **Simon Delaney** as *Jeffrey*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main character’s occupation?
He is a retired rock star.

### Q: What motivates his journey?
He seeks to find the man who tormented his father, a former Nazi war criminal.

### Q: Where does the story begin?
In Ireland, where the retired musician lives.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is about one hour and fifty‑eight minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [This Must Be the Place — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/53487)
- [This Must Be the Place (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/This_Must_Be_the_Place_(film))
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