The Forgotten (2004) movie poster

The Forgotten (2004)

"Everything you've experienced, everything you've known... never happened."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 66%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 37% (RT: 31%, MC: 43) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ThrillerMysteryScience Fiction

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Runtime
1h 31m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.9/10 (1,213 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
31%
Metacritic
43
Cast
Julianne Moore as Telly Paretta
Dominic West as Ash Correll
Gary Sinise as Dr. Munce
Anthony Edwards as Jim Paretta
Alfre Woodard as Det. Anne Pope
Linus Roache as A Friendly Man
Robert Wisdom as Carl Dayton
Jessica Hecht as Eliot
It's divisive. Only 66% of audiences liked it based on 1,213 votes. Critics scored it lower at 37%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Telly Paretta is a grieving mother struggling to cope with the loss of her 9-year-old son. She is stunned when her psychiatrist reveals that she has created nine years of memories about a son she never had. But when she remembers a man who had a similar experience, Telly embarks on a search to prove her son's existence, and her sanity. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of The Forgotten was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

The Forgotten is a 2004 thriller, mystery, science fiction film directed by Joseph Ruben. Telly Paretta is a grieving mother struggling to cope with the loss of her 9-year-old son. She is stunned when her psychiatrist reveals that she has created nine years of memories about a son she never had.

But when she remembers a man who had a similar experience, Telly embarks on a search to prove her son's existence, and her sanity. The film has been rated by 1,213 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, The Forgotten 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. The Forgotten (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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