Martian ChildOverview and Synopsis

Martian Child
Opened November 2, 2007 | Runtime:1 hr. 48 min.
PG
thematic elements and mild language
A recently widowed science fiction writer forms an unlikely family with a close friend and a young boy (Bobby Coleman) he adopts. The boy claims to be from Mars, and the new couple ignores some sage parenting advice from the widower’s sister. They Read More
Cast: John Cusack, Amanda Peet, Sophie Okonedo, Oliver Platt, Bobby Coleman
Director: Menno Meyjes
Genres: Comedy Drama, Melodrama, Family Drama

Critic Reviews

"the [boy] -- awhispery, white-faced, parasol-twirling recluse -- conjures up a disturbing conflation of several late-career Bette Davis characters." Los Angeles Times
- Carina Chocano
"...John Cusack is the main reason to see the film." USA Today
- Claudia Puig
"...pic should satisfy those seeking warm-and-fuzzy holiday fare with a couple eminently empathetic actors." Variety
- Ronnie Scheib