Larry Gopnik

Larry Gopnik is a fictional character from the film "A Serious Man," directed by the Coen Brothers. He is a Jewish college professor facing a series of personal and professional struggles, including marital issues, academic pressures, and financial worries. The story explores his responses to life's uncertainties and moral dilemmas, set within a suburban community. Gopnik's experiences serve as a reflection on existential questions, faith, and the search for meaning in the face of chaos. His character embodies the universal human experience of confronting adversity with uncertainty about divine or moral order.