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Dear Frankie (2004)

7.120041h 45mEN
DramaFamily

Directed by Shona Auerbach

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

1h 45m

Language

EN

Release

May 18, 2004

Director

Shona Auerbach

Official Trailer

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Overview

Nine-year-old Frankie and his single mum Lizzie have been on the move ever since Frankie can remember, most recently arriving in a seaside Scottish town. Wanting to protect her deaf son from the truth that they've run away from his father, Lizzie has invented a story that he is away at sea on the HM...

Cast

Gerard Butler

Gerard Butler

The Stranger

Emily Mortimer

Emily Mortimer

Lizzie

Jack McElhone

Jack McElhone

Frankie

Sharon Small

Sharon Small

Marie

Katy Murphy

Katy Murphy

Miss MacKenzie

Jayd Johnson

Jayd Johnson

Catriona

Mary Riggans

Mary Riggans

Nell

Cal MacAninch

Cal MacAninch

Davey

John Kazek

John Kazek

Ally

Anne Marie Timoney

Anne Marie Timoney

Janet

Andrea Gibb

Andrea Gibb

Waitress

Sophie Main

Sophie Main

Serious Girl

Introduction

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

Nine-year-old Frankie and his single mum Lizzie have been on the move ever since Frankie can remember, most recently arriving in a seaside Scottish town. Wanting to protect her deaf son from the truth that they've run away from his father, Lizzie has invented a story that he is away at sea on the HMS Accra. Every few weeks, Lizzie writes Frankie a make-believe letter from his father, telling of his adventures in exotic lands. As Frankie tracks the ship's progress around the globe, he discovers that it is due to dock in his hometown. With the real HMS Accra arriving in only a fortnight, Lizzie must choose between telling Frankie the truth or finding the perfect stranger to play Frankie's father for just one day...

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Dear Frankie. 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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