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Bless the Child (2000)

"Mankind's last hope just turned six."

5.320001h 47mEN
DramaHorrorThrillerCrime

Directed by Chuck Russell

Rating

5.3/10

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

EN

Release

August 11, 2000

Director

Chuck Russell

Official Trailer

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Overview

When Maggie's sister Jenna saddles her with an autistic newborn named Cody she touches Maggie's heart and becomes the daughter she has always longed for. But six years later Jenna suddenly re-enters her life and, with her mysterious new husband, Eric Stark, abducts Cody. Despite the fact that Maggie...

Cast

Kim Basinger

Kim Basinger

Maggie O'Connor

Jimmy Smits

Jimmy Smits

Agent John Travis

Rufus Sewell

Rufus Sewell

Eric Stark

Ian Holm

Ian Holm

Reverend Grissom

Angela Bettis

Angela Bettis

Jenna

Holliston Coleman

Holliston Coleman

Cody

Christina Ricci

Christina Ricci

Cheri Post

Lumi Cavazos

Lumi Cavazos

Sister Rosa

Michael Gaston

Michael Gaston

Det. Frank Bugatti

Eugene Lipinski

Eugene Lipinski

Stuart

Dimitra Arliss

Dimitra Arliss

Dahnya

Anne Betancourt

Anne Betancourt

Maria

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Bless the Child (2000), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When Maggie's sister Jenna saddles her with an autistic newborn named Cody she touches Maggie's heart and becomes the daughter she has always longed for. But six years later Jenna suddenly re-enters her life and, with her mysterious new husband, Eric Stark, abducts Cody. Despite the fact that Maggie has no legal rights to Cody, FBI agent John Travis takes up her cause when he realizes that Cody shares the same birth date as several other recently murdered children.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Bless the Child. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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