Magnolia is a film with a somewhat "unclear" protagonist, because even if it revolves around a central character, but the film itself doesn't tell about the protagonist in a direct way.

Familiar? Yep Durarara is similar.

The film tells a story of characters that seemed to be unrelated. But as the story goes it will reveal the relation between the characters. And it will be revealed that the story is based on one major theme, the act of parents that is reflected to their children.

If i have to describe the film in one line it would be:

Gloomy yet beautiful.

Recommended.

I've heard of this movie before. I see it has good reviews and the concept is fairly interesting. It's really long, but I'll watch it when I have the chance. =)