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Birth (2004)

"Careful what you wish for."

6.020041h 40mEN
DramaMystery

Directed by Jonathan Glazer

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 40m

Language

EN

Release

October 29, 2004

Director

Jonathan Glazer

Official Trailer

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Overview

It took Anna 10 years to recover from the death of her husband, Sean, but now she's on the verge of marrying her boyfriend, Joseph, and finally moving on. However, on the night of her engagement party, a young boy named Sean turns up, saying he is her dead husband reincarnated. At first she ignores ...

Cast

Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman

Anna

Cameron Bright

Cameron Bright

Young Sean

Danny Huston

Danny Huston

Joseph

Lauren Bacall

Lauren Bacall

Eleanor

Alison Elliott

Alison Elliott

Laura

Arliss Howard

Arliss Howard

Bob

Michael Desautels

Michael Desautels

Sean

Anne Heche

Anne Heche

Clara

Peter Stormare

Peter Stormare

Clifford

Ted Levine

Ted Levine

Mr. Conte

Cara Seymour

Cara Seymour

Mrs. Conte

Joe M. Chalmers

Joe M. Chalmers

Sinclair

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Birth (2004), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

It took Anna 10 years to recover from the death of her husband, Sean, but now she's on the verge of marrying her boyfriend, Joseph, and finally moving on. However, on the night of her engagement party, a young boy named Sean turns up, saying he is her dead husband reincarnated. At first she ignores the child, but his knowledge of her former husband's life is uncanny, leading her to believe that he might be telling the truth.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Birth. 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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