Birth (2004) movie poster

Birth (2004)

"Careful what you wish for."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 66%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 46% (RT: 41%, MC: 51) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaMystery

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Director
Runtime
1h 40m
Country
Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (739 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
41%
Metacritic
51
Cast
Cameron Bright as Young Sean
Danny Huston as Joseph
Lauren Bacall as Eleanor
Anne Heche as Clara
It's divisive. Only 66% of audiences liked it based on 739 votes. Critics gave it 46%.
Overview
It took Anna 10 years to recover from the death of her husband, Sean, but now she's on the verge of marrying her boyfriend, Joseph, and finally moving on. However, on the night of her engagement party, a young boy named Sean turns up, saying he is her dead husband reincarnated. At first she ignores the child, but his knowledge of her former husband's life is uncanny, leading her to believe that he might be telling the truth. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2004 among dedicated fans.
  • The initial cut of Birth was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Nicole Kidman spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Birth is a 2004 drama, mystery film directed by Jonathan Glazer. It took Anna 10 years to recover from the death of her husband, Sean, but now she's on the verge of marrying her boyfriend, Joseph, and finally moving on. However, on the night of her engagement party, a young boy named Sean turns up, saying he is her dead husband reincarnated.

At first she ignores the child, but his knowledge of her former husband's life is uncanny, leading her to believe that he might be telling the truth. The film has been rated by 739 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Birth delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Birth (2004) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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