Dystopian sci-fi has become one of late 20th and early 21st century cinema’s most frequent subgenres.
Alfonso Cuarón’s disturbing feature is set in a war-torn fascist future, where humanity’s fate hangs in the balance.
The movie tells a powerful story, defined by equal parts despair and hope, reflecting the prevailing anxieties when it was made (clue: Bush was the U.S. President).
The screenplay, based on P. D. James’ 1992 novel “The Children of Men,” was credited to five writers (including Cuarón); star Clive Owen made some uncredited contributions.
Set in 2027, the tale establishes two decades of human infertility have left society on the brink of collapse.
The asylum seekers seek sanctuary in the United Kingdom, where they are subjected to detention and refoulement by the government.
The great actor Clive Owen plays civil servant Theo Faron, a dogged protector who tries to help Black refugee Kee (Clare-Hope Ashitey), who is pregnant, escape the chaos.
Given that women have lost the ability to reproduce naturally, her survival becomes imperative to the creation of a new society.
Well cast, Children of Men also stars Julianne Moore, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Pam Ferris, Charlie Hunnam, and Michael Caine.
The film was released by Universal on September 22, 2006 in the UK and December 25, in the US.
Critics noted the relationship between the Christmas opening and the film’s themes of hope, redemption, and faith.
The film is strikingly scary because the tale’s vividly recreated world is indistinguishable from our own.
The technically dazzling set pieces and startling images represent the redoubtable Mexican director’s collaboration with cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki at its best.
Children of Men received critical acclaim for its achievements in cinematography, art direction, and innovative single-shot action sequences.
The movie’s commercial failure (it did not recoup its budget if 0ver $70 million) was attributed to its pattern of theatrical release and lack of savvy marketing strategy.
Oscar Context: 3 Nominations
Best Adapted Screenplay
Best Cinematography
Best Film Editing.
Oscar Awards: None
It was also nominated for 3 BAFTA Awards, winning Best Cinematography and Best Production Design.
In 2016 it was voted 13th among 100 films considered the best of the 21st century by 117 film critics from around the world.
Movie Genres: Dystopian Sci-Fi—-Cuaron’s Children of Men (2006), Starring Clive Owen
Children of Men (2006)
Dystopian sci-fi has become one of late 20th and early 21st century cinema’s most frequent subgenres.
Alfonso Cuarón’s disturbing feature is set in a war-torn fascist future, where humanity’s fate hangs in the balance.
The movie tells a powerful story, defined by equal parts despair and hope, reflecting the prevailing anxieties when it was made (clue: Bush was the U.S. President).
The screenplay, based on P. D. James’ 1992 novel “The Children of Men,” was credited to five writers (including Cuarón); star Clive Owen made some uncredited contributions.
Set in 2027, the tale establishes two decades of human infertility have left society on the brink of collapse.
The asylum seekers seek sanctuary in the United Kingdom, where they are subjected to detention and refoulement by the government.
The great actor Clive Owen plays civil servant Theo Faron, a dogged protector who tries to help Black refugee Kee (Clare-Hope Ashitey), who is pregnant, escape the chaos.
Given that women have lost the ability to reproduce naturally, her survival becomes imperative to the creation of a new society.
Well cast, Children of Men also stars Julianne Moore, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Pam Ferris, Charlie Hunnam, and Michael Caine.
The film was released by Universal on September 22, 2006 in the UK and December 25, in the US.
Critics noted the relationship between the Christmas opening and the film’s themes of hope, redemption, and faith.
The film is strikingly scary because the tale’s vividly recreated world is indistinguishable from our own.
The technically dazzling set pieces and startling images represent the redoubtable Mexican director’s collaboration with cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki at its best.
Children of Men received critical acclaim for its achievements in cinematography, art direction, and innovative single-shot action sequences.
The movie’s commercial failure (it did not recoup its budget if 0ver $70 million) was attributed to its pattern of theatrical release and lack of savvy marketing strategy.
Oscar Context: 3 Nominations
Best Adapted Screenplay
Best Cinematography
Best Film Editing.
Oscar Awards: None
It was also nominated for 3 BAFTA Awards, winning Best Cinematography and Best Production Design.
In 2016 it was voted 13th among 100 films considered the best of the 21st century by 117 film critics from around the world.