My Son (2021) movie poster

My Son (2021)

"A groundbreaking achievement in filmmaking where both actor and audience uncover a mystery at the same time."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 57%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 25% (RT: 25%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ThrillerCrimeDrama

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Director
Runtime
1h 35m
Country
Germany, France, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.2/10 (508 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
25%
Cast
James McAvoy as Edmond Murray
Claire Foy as Joan Richmond
Tom Cullen as Frank
Gary Lewis as Inspector Roy
Michael Moreland as William O'Connor
Paul Rattray as Steven
Robert Jack as Alan
Rosalind Sydney as Camp Manager
It's divisive. Only 57% of audiences liked it based on 508 votes. Critics scored it lower at 25%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
When a man's only son goes missing, he travels to the town where his ex-wife lives in search of answers. To play a man whose life is clouded by mystery, McAvoy will not be given a script of dialogue. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of My Son, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The initial cut of My Son was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

My Son is a 2021 thriller, crime, drama film directed by Christian Carion. When a man's only son goes missing, he travels to the town where his ex-wife lives in search of answers. To play a man whose life is clouded by mystery, McAvoy will not be given a script of dialogue.

The film has been rated by 508 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, My Son 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.

My Son (2021) 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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