My New Year Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for My New Year.
My New Year Ending Explained: Based on author's childhood memories of the devastating 1988 Spitak earthquake. Directed by Arusyak Simonyan, this 2018 drama film stars Mkhitar Avetisyan (Man), alongside Armen Levonyan as Son, Khoren Levonyan as Father, Ruzan Mesropyan as Woman. Rated 0/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of My New Year?
Based on author's childhood memories of the devastating 1988 Spitak earthquake. The father and his two young kids are left without a home and above all, the disaster had claimed the life of their beloved mother and wife. After painful quest to find her body and give her a proper burial, by the new year's eve the family is settled in a makeshift home near the wreckage of their home. While his daughter and son are still playing and merging the disaster into their games, the father for the sake of his children struggles to find strength and heart to live on.
Arusyak Simonyan's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Mkhitar Avetisyan (Man)'s journey. The father and his two young kids are left without a home and above all, the disaster had claimed the life of their beloved mother and wife.
How Does Mkhitar Avetisyan (Man)'s Story End?
- Mkhitar Avetisyan: Mkhitar Avetisyan's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Armen Levonyan (Son): Armen Levonyan's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Khoren Levonyan (Father): Khoren Levonyan's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
Is My New Year Based on a True Story?
Yes — My New Year draws from real events. The ending reflects documented outcomes, though Arusyak Simonyan has taken creative liberties in dramatizing specific scenes for cinematic impact.
What Does the Ending of My New Year Mean?
The ending of My New Year brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Mkhitar Avetisyan's story may not satisfy all audiences.