Year of Release: 2006
Director: Alfonso Cuaron
Starring: Clive Owen, Julianne Moore, Michael Caine, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Charlie Hunnam, Danny Huston, Pam Ferris, Clare-Hope Ashitey, Peter Mullan
Genre: Drama
Score out of ten (whole numbers only): 8
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Synopsis and Review:
Director Alfonso Cuaron followed his successful "Harry Potter" foray, with what turned out to be one of his best reviewed films thus far. The film is an adaptation of a novel by P.D. James and takes place in the nearby future where women have become infertile, and where society is at the brink of social and economic collapse. The film focuses on Theo Faron, a former activist, who following a dramatic occurrence with his family, has become something of a recluse, staying mostly to himself, save for his good friend Jasper. His estranged wife Julian resurfaces, asking him to help transport a woman who needs papers and a safe passage out of London. That woman carries within her the seed for a new beginning, something that is of interest for different factions. It's up to Theo to navigate the dangerous waters ahead and safeguard the precious Kee.
Alfonso Cuaron is one of the most interesting directors working today. His technical prowess is fine tuned to each project he tackles, but what is really surprising about his features, is how the themes of family and individual growth and sacrifice come across in his narratives. "Children of Men" is a fantastic example of a film where the director manages to create a near future inhabited by economic uncertainty, immigration problems, social inequalities, all reflecting the fears of our current society, but also giving it a vibrancy and heart that makes it authentic and plausible. It's ultimately a film about the gift of life, and how that is the most powerful thing that humanity carries within itself. It's also a film impeccably shot, courtesy of Emmanuel Lubezki, edited (by the director and Alex Rodriguez) and featuring a fantastic performance from the always underrated Clive Owen. A great film from an ever evolving director, who is never afraid of challenging himself.
Alfonso Cuaron is one of the most interesting directors working today. His technical prowess is fine tuned to each project he tackles, but what is really surprising about his features, is how the themes of family and individual growth and sacrifice come across in his narratives. "Children of Men" is a fantastic example of a film where the director manages to create a near future inhabited by economic uncertainty, immigration problems, social inequalities, all reflecting the fears of our current society, but also giving it a vibrancy and heart that makes it authentic and plausible. It's ultimately a film about the gift of life, and how that is the most powerful thing that humanity carries within itself. It's also a film impeccably shot, courtesy of Emmanuel Lubezki, edited (by the director and Alex Rodriguez) and featuring a fantastic performance from the always underrated Clive Owen. A great film from an ever evolving director, who is never afraid of challenging himself.
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