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(9585) 6.7 105 min 2017 Subtitles and Closed Captions

The Children Act is a movie starring Emma Thompson, Stanley Tucci, and Ben Chaplin. As her marriage crumbles, a judge must decide a case involving a teenage boy who is refusing a blood transfusion on religious principle.

Genres
Drama
Director
Richard Eyre
Starring
Nikki Amuka-Bird, Ben Chaplin, Stanley Tucci, Emma Thompson

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Genres Drama
Director Richard Eyre
Writer Ian McEwan, Ian McEwan
Stars Nikki Amuka-Bird, Ben Chaplin, Stanley Tucci, Emma Thompson
Country UK, USA
Also Known As Um Ato de Esperança, The Children Act - Il verdetto, The Judge, Νόμος περί τέκνων, My Lady, ザ・チルドレン・アクト, El veredicto (La ley del menor), En dommers dilemma, A Balada de Adam Henry, 判決, L'intérêt de l'enfant, Dommerens valg, Kindeswohl, Sodnica, El veredicto. La ley del menor, Tovat ha'yeled, Domaren
Runtime 1 h 45 min
Audio Português  English  Deutsch  Italiano  Español  Français  Gaeilge  Svenska  Nederlands
Subtitles Português  日本語  Čeština  Australia  한국어  Filipino  Tiếng Việt  हिन्दी 
Quality 480p, 720p, 1080p, 2K, 4K
Description As her marriage crumbles, a judge must decide a case involving a teenage boy who is refusing a blood transfusion on religious principle.

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25 customer reviews about «The Children Act»

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Alice B.
Tuesday, 09 Feb 2021 03:31

This film was so moving. I had the opportunity to see it at the Tribeca Film Festival, and I think it's a great film. I have to admit, the story was very difficult to follow, and I couldn't find my bearings in the film, but that's not a reason to avoid a film. I think it was a great film, and I would recommend it to anyone.
Scott V.
Thursday, 04 Feb 2021 13:35

The children in this film are the best actors, and the parents are the most believable. The dialogue was a little stiff at times, but they're never preachy, they're just genuine. I love how they deal with the family drama that is so prevalent in this movie. I have a son who is in the military, and he said he is the most realistic portrayal of a military dad. And the way they handled the story was wonderful. I wish there were more films like this. There's really not much more to say. It's a great movie, and I wish there were more like it. I was glad to see that they made a sequel.
Julie Hudson
Friday, 29 Jan 2021 06:51

The Children Act was a great movie and is a must see for any movie lover. I watched this movie on cable and I was amazed at how well made it was. The acting is excellent and the story is believable. The movie was funny and I have not laughed this much in a movie since I was a kid. I hope that this movie gets a lot of recognition for its great acting and the story. The movie was amazing and I would recommend this movie to anyone. My rating is a 9 out of 10.
Phillip
Thursday, 28 Jan 2021 21:21

This film is one of the most touching and powerful I have ever seen. The film does not let the viewer down, and it is very difficult to watch. The performances are superb, the screenplay is sharp, the direction is extremely well done, and the overall theme of the film is extremely powerful. I really liked this film, and I hope that other people will too. I would recommend this film to everyone. I give this film a 9 out of 10.
Ann
Saturday, 23 Jan 2021 00:07

I'm not going to review the story, I can't give a decent review of a movie without seeing it first. I'm going to review the performance of the actors. This is a performance that shows that a person can be a great actor if they have to be. There are many stories that involve child actors that have made a great impact on their parents or other family members. This movie is not a child actor, it's a real actor, and that's what it's about. We don't see the real child actor but we do see the actor that the director wanted to make the story about. That's what the director wanted to make the movie about. I have to give a few extra points for the little boy that played the boy who played the boy in the movie. That was a great performance. The director also did an excellent job with the little boy that played the little boy in the movie. I've never seen a child actor that is as good as the one in this movie. If you are looking for a movie that will make you laugh, cry, and make you feel like you are part of the story then look no further. If you are looking for a movie that will make you feel good and feel a connection to the characters then look no further.
Brian
Monday, 18 Jan 2021 10:12

For the first time, the story of the children of World War II was told on screen. I thought the film was very moving, and it had a very interesting message, especially to people who were not aware of the atrocities that occurred during the war. The film was well made, with a good storyline and good acting. It was interesting to see the children's lives change as they grew up. I felt that the characters in the film were all very interesting, and were portrayed very well. I thought the actors were very talented and believable, and I was very impressed with the production design of the film. I also thought that the film was well written. I felt that the story was well told, and the message was very clear. It also was interesting to see the children's lives change as they grew up. I thought that the film was very well done. I highly recommend this film.
Andrea A.
Saturday, 16 Jan 2021 07:52

The Children Act is a wonderful film. I just saw it for the first time last night and I have to say I have never seen anything like it. It is a film that should be shown in schools and I am so glad it is now available on DVD. I had never heard of it until I found it on the web, but I was immediately drawn into it. I could not help but feel sorry for all of the children who had to go through this ordeal. The acting was superb, and the story was touching and compelling. It was also interesting to see the film from a young children's point of view. I have seen many children's films, but this one is one of the best I have ever seen. The story was wonderful, and the acting was amazing. The story has a very moral message. The film should be shown in every school in the United States. The film is definitely recommended, but if you have not seen it, I would recommend you see it now. It is a must see!
Kyle H.
Sunday, 10 Jan 2021 01:08

I watched this movie at the Cinema (Edinburgh, Scotland) and I liked it very much. The cast was superb and it is a film I will definitely watch again. It is well directed and acted. The story is very powerful and realistic and I enjoyed it very much. The scenery was beautiful, the story was gripping and there was a good message to it all. I thought the acting was excellent and the film is not too slow. I think people who don't like this film should watch it and try and see if it makes them feel any different. I think it will. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to see a good film.
Jeffrey
Monday, 21 Dec 2020 19:25

I was invited to a screening of this film at the BAFTA film festival in London and it is a very moving film. The story of a young woman from a working class family in England and how her life is turned around after she becomes pregnant. The film is very honest and the acting is superb. It shows how a small incident can make a big impact and how she is helped by the police, doctors and the local council. I found this to be a very moving film and would recommend it to anyone who wants to watch a powerful film about the human condition and the importance of the human condition.
Willie
Tuesday, 15 Dec 2020 03:11

This is the story of a young man who lives in a small rural town and his relationships with the people in it. He is in the middle of a divorce and is struggling with the loss of his wife. He has a young son and a young daughter who are both trying to come into their own. He is in a bad relationship with his brother who has a gambling addiction and is trying to start a new life in the big city. He has a drunken mother who doesn't want to talk to him and doesn't want to let him see his son. The town has a wide array of different people and situations. The film has a very intimate feel to it and I felt I was there with them and it was very moving. The acting is superb and the scenes are filmed in a very subtle and beautiful way. It is a very interesting story and a very powerful film.
Matthew Kennedy
Thursday, 10 Dec 2020 13:15

While this movie may not have the prettiest of plots, I thought the movie was very well done. The movie is very dark, and it shows the darkness of the world. I thought that the acting was very good, especially by the children, who portrayed their characters so well. It is a good movie to watch with your kids. The movie was very interesting, and it made you think about the world. I highly recommend this movie to anyone who likes to think about the world.
Jason
Friday, 25 Sep 2020 17:57

John Cusack is an actor of immense talent. I believe this is the first film of his that I've ever seen, and I think he's become an actor who is truly special. His performance in this film is remarkable and I believe the entire cast did a phenomenal job. It is certainly one of the best films I've seen, and I highly recommend this film. I think it should be nominated for an Academy Award and should win the Oscar. I don't want to give too much away, but I think you should see this film for yourself. I'm impressed with John Cusack and believe that his talents are definitely not wasted. I also believe this is the most memorable movie of the year and I believe this is one of the best films of the year.
Jose P.
Wednesday, 16 Sep 2020 23:23

I was very surprised to find a movie of this quality. For those of you who are in the process of editing it, please don't cut out any scenes. They really add to the story. The story was told in a very clever way. The directors and actors did a wonderful job. It will make you think about the movie until the very end. This is one of those rare movies that you have to watch several times to be able to really appreciate. I highly recommend it.
Diane
Sunday, 13 Sep 2020 20:15

It's the story of a middle aged man who becomes more and more despondent, and more and more convinced that the world is becoming unendurable, and that he is a cog in the machine, and that the only way to escape from it is to kill himself. I found it very difficult to watch. And the ending is a little too neat. But it's a really great movie.
Jason
Saturday, 12 Sep 2020 18:58

I first came across this movie when I was in my twenties. I had seen an earlier release from the director, but I couldn't put my finger on why I liked it, and it never occurred to me that it could be a movie I could watch again and again. But it was. It made me feel better about myself, and I think it did for me. I thought it was a very strong statement on what kids were doing to the world and what they were doing to their own parents. I really liked it. After the first viewing, I couldn't watch it again. I think I've seen it so many times, but I'm still afraid to watch it again. I think it's one of those movies that can help you, whatever your background, to grow up. I think it's one of those movies that can also help you find your own purpose in life. The actors and the director did a very good job in capturing the essence of the film. It's a sad movie, but it makes you think and it also makes you smile.
Christine B.
Tuesday, 08 Sep 2020 14:33

An excellent movie, which is about children suffering and being affected. With the children actors, the movie is very realistic and shows the common mentality of children. All the actors were excellent and their performances are in keeping with the movie. It is a must watch, for everyone who wants to feel more empathy for children. Just make sure to watch it with a whole family, or a room full of people, and everyone will become emotional.
Rachel Valdez
Sunday, 30 Aug 2020 19:59

It took a while to get used to 'A Man Called Horse', the story of a man who was passed over in the 1950s, 'a man called horse'. But it's done very well. The first few scenes with Charlie Reems (Philip Seymour Hoffman) and his grandmother (Catherine McCormack) are affecting, and I felt sorry for them. But what a phenomenal performance by Philip Seymour Hoffman. He never seems out of place. He fits the role and carries it off, and I wish I could have seen this more. The performances are perfect, and each and every actor gives a perfect performance. The direction is great, and the direction is very good. There are plenty of moments where you feel like you are in the movie, especially the later scenes. This is an extremely disturbing film, and it is so well directed that you won't want it to end. It's about one man's struggle to survive a horrific past, but it's not about the past. This is about one man's struggle to survive his own past, and to bring that back to life, so that he can live a life worth living. This is a film about the modern man, about how people are affected by their pasts, how they can react to it. You can feel the tension as the film progresses, and as it goes on, you feel as though you're a part of it. I've read some critics say the ending is weak, but I disagree. It's powerful and very moving. It's about how you can react to what you have, and how you can survive it. I think it's an excellent movie, but it's not for everyone. It's not meant for all audiences, and it's not for everyone. But it's a great movie and I recommend it to everyone.
Janet Fox
Sunday, 02 Aug 2020 19:56

The Children Act is a story of two young girls who are sent to a boarding school to be trained for an assassination attempt by terrorists. The plot is twisty and the acting superb, and the film is beautifully shot. There are some excellent twists and turns in the plot, so it is hard to get completely caught up in the film. The girls in the film are wonderfully portrayed and have great chemistry together. This is a very good film and I recommend it to anyone who likes action/thrillers with good acting and interesting plot.
Harold C.
Monday, 20 Jul 2020 20:57

An excellent film about life in a dysfunctional family. The father played by Mike Myers and the mother played by Michelle Pfeiffer are extremely compelling characters. The movie takes place in a small town in the Midwest, where the parents struggle to maintain their hold on their families while a cold-hearted prosecutor, whom they are certain to prosecute, is hunting down them. I had great expectations for this movie and they were not met. I would not watch it again. The movie was excellent, but it did not live up to the original. The story was way too complex for an audience that has not seen the original. This was more of a drama and it was not the very best movie that I have ever seen. It is a good movie, but it is not the original.
Roy
Friday, 03 Jul 2020 17:33

I am completely caught up with the modern movie and TV industry. I've seen and read so many positive reviews on this site for "The Children Act" and it is one of my all time favorite movies. I read that the people that reviewed this film didn't like it because they felt it was "too soft" and I can see why. It's very very emotional. I've also heard complaints that it was too "mainstream." Now, I know what you mean. "The Children Act" is mainstream in the sense that it has a basic story line that is familiar and should be easy to follow. I think that that is what makes it so powerful and emotional. It is not a movie you will see in a theater because it does not try to appeal to a particular audience. The movie is not trying to make you think. It is a story about what happens when the adults in your life fail to protect you from the things you don't want to go through. We know this because of the fact that it is a very well written, emotionally affecting film. It doesn't go in a new direction. It is grounded in the life of a very young child and her parents who are struggling with losing their child and dealing with the death of their daughter. The movie is true to the story and I highly recommend it to anyone who likes good movies about loss, loss of innocence, and loss of self.
Tammy
Sunday, 21 Jun 2020 13:36

I first saw this film in the cinema and I have always been a fan of Jane Seymour. The film was very moving, and I cried. It was heartbreaking to see Jane's life destroyed. I just wanted to tell her to be proud of herself. To use her extraordinary talent to help those who don't have a voice. To be part of a movement to fight against sexual exploitation of children. To show that sexuality is not the only thing that is important. The movie reminded me of what I saw in my own high school. I'm very proud of Jane, and I think she's doing a great job. I hope her career continues.
Stephen
Wednesday, 10 Jun 2020 16:56

I watched this film several times and I don't get tired of it. I haven't seen any movie like it before. The way this story was told was brilliant and gave me the feeling of being in a different time period, with different characters. What a great movie!
Catherine
Wednesday, 03 Jun 2020 15:11

As a teenager I have watched countless films and I have to say that this is the best of them all. The story is compelling and the characters are well developed. The young boy is very likable and as a viewer you feel that he has no other choice but to follow his father. The father seems like a caring, dedicated man but with all the potential he could have as a father. He has to choose between the school and home. The scenes when he leaves and tries to find his daughter are wonderful. The acting is superb, the characters are realistic and believable. The writing is very well written, the characters are all well drawn and the message is very clear and simple. This film will stay with you for days and days after you have seen it. It's one of those films that have such a powerful and powerful message. Highly recommended to all.
Olivia Bradley
Saturday, 02 May 2020 09:39

There are some really great films that have come out in recent years. The best of these is the truly excellent "The Children Act". I absolutely adored this film. It is so clearly the work of a very talented director. It truly succeeds on so many levels and it never once fails to keep you on the edge of your seat. I was completely surprised when I saw the great acting by the wonderful cast in this film. In this film we see incredible acting from the young actors, such as Kenneth Branagh, Jennifer Lawrence, Judi Dench, Sally Hawkins, Rosamund Pike, etc. Their voices are truly captivating and very different from the usual roles they usually play. I also loved the brilliant music used in this film. The movie itself is very dark and the mood is totally dark. I absolutely loved this film. I highly recommend this film.
Christine Delgado
Thursday, 30 Apr 2020 23:22

I have watched this movie a few times and i feel it's better every time i watch it. I don't understand what is it about this movie ? It's not really a movie about anything except children. When i saw the trailer, I thought "What the hell is this" but after watching it, i understood what it was about and I loved it. This movie was really great and i can't wait to see it again and again. I really love the story, it's very good and I don't know what the director is trying to achieve ? To be honest, the best part is when I was crying from laughter or when I was laughing. But then I thought "This is the best movie ever. I can't wait for the next one." (I don't know, maybe i should give the director some credit ?)
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