Philomena (2013) movie poster

Philomena (2013)

"These two unlikely companions are on a journey to find her long lost son."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 84% (RT: 91%, MC: 77) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Runtime
1h 38m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (1,702 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
91%
Metacritic
77
Cast
Judi Dench as Philomena
Steve Coogan as Martin Sixsmith
Sophie Kennedy Clark as Young Philomena
Mare Winningham as Mary Hess
Barbara Jefford as Sister Hildegarde
Ruth McCabe as Mother Barbara
Peter Hermann as Pete Olsson
Sean Mahon as Michael Hess
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,702 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 84%.
Overview
A woman searches for her adult son, who was taken away from her decades ago when she was forced to live in a convent. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Stephen Frears cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for Philomena was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Philomena is a 2013 drama film directed by Stephen Frears. A woman searches for her adult son, who was taken away from her decades ago when she was forced to live in a convent. The film has been rated by 1,702 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Philomena 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. Philomena (2013) 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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