Oskar Schell

Oskar Schell is a fictional character who appears in the 2011 film Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. He serves as the protagonist of the film. This character is portrayed by Thomas Horn.
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== Throughout Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close ==
He is a 9-year-old boy who is characterized by his autistic condition. He resides in New York City alongside his parents, Linda and Thomas Schell. Oskar shares a close bond with his father, who engages him in quests to uncover clues related to New York City's purported "lost Sixth Borough." These missions compel Oskar to navigate his surroundings and engage with others, a challenging endeavor for him.
The narrative takes a poignant turn on September 11, 2001, as schools close early due to the tragic events. Oskar returns home to discover six answering machine messages from his father, who was at the World Trade Center. Struggling to comprehend his father's demise, Oskar harbors anger during the funeral.
A year later, Oskar stumbles upon a key with the word "Black" in his father's room. Believing it to be a clue, he becomes fixated on finding the lock it fits. His quest involves interacting with various individuals whose last name is Black, documenting his encounters in a scrapbook.
During his exploration, Oskar encounters a reclusive elderly renter in his grandmother's apartment, whom he eventually discovers to be his grandfather. Together, they navigate the city, helping Oskar confront his fears. However, the revelation of the key's significance leads to emotional turmoil, and Oskar distances himself from those involved.
A phone number on a newspaper clipping eventually connects Oskar with Abby Black, who introduces him to her ex-husband William. The key, it turns out, belonged to William, and Oskar's father had acquired it at an estate sale. Oskar, haunted by a missed phone call on 9/11, finds closure through these revelations.
In a surprising twist, Oskar's mother reveals that she was aware of his endeavors and had prepared those he visited. This realization fosters a newfound appreciation for his mother, and Oskar, acknowledging his father's death, expresses gratitude to those he encountered.
== Appearances ==
*Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close (2011)
Category:Characters
Category:Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close characters
Category:Characters portrayed by Thomas Horn