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Changeling

R Released Oct 31, 2008 2h 21m Drama Mystery & Thriller List
62% Tomatometer 209 Reviews 82% Audience Score 100,000+ Ratings
In 1928 Los Angeles, single mother Christine Collins (Angelina Jolie) arrives home to find her son, Walter, gone. Five months later her prayers are answered when Walter is found in Illinois. But to Christine's horror, the boy who steps off the train is not her son. Authorities vehemently dispute Christine's claim, and her one ally is a clergyman (John Malkovich) who sees the case as his chance to expose corruption in the Los Angeles Police Department and government. Read More Read Less
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Beautifully shot and well-acted, Changeling is a compelling story that unfortunately gives in to convention too often.

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Deborah Ross The Spectator It feels empty, monotonous, bloated... This is old-fashioned story-telling that often feels unsophisticated and familiar. Aug 23, 2018 Full Review Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online Angelina's performance was powerful and at times agonizing. Rated: A+ Sep 12, 2017 Full Review Philippa Hawker The Age (Australia) There are moments when it seems as if it wants to be an inspirational story about a person who refuses to be beaten by a corrupt system -- but it doesn't, in the end, settle for the uplifting narrative. Rated: 3.5/5 Feb 13, 2009 Full Review Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review An expertly made human drama featuring a stirring combination of Eastwood’s signature low-key tone and some surprising shocks. Rated: 3/4 Mar 9, 2024 Full Review Jason Best What's On TV We don't only feel outrage at Christine's treatment, but outrage at the treatment of women in general in 1920s America. Nov 15, 2020 Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Is Hollywood even allowed to have an awards season without Clint Eastwood around? Rated: 3.0/4.0 Sep 5, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Nick S I thought Angelina acted well, there were some standout acts from other members of the cast too. But overall the movie felt basic and boring at times. The ending was bleak and uninspiring too. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 05/15/24 Full Review Gareth v A bloated melodrama, that lacks any real gut punch considering the subject matter. One of Eastwood's poorer efforts as a director. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/03/24 Full Review Connor A This is a great film. Angelina Jolie gives a heartbreaking performance as Christine Collins, the rest of the cast is great too. It's shocking and sad to witness what Christine and her son had to go through. This film is definitely worth a watch of you enjoy true crime. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/28/23 Full Review joe p This movie made me cry as it was so sad. Angelina played this role so good! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review John M È una vergogna come Angelina non abbia vinto un oscar per questo film. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/20/22 Full Review Ronald M Phenominal acting that is sure to make you tear up. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/24/22 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In 1928 Los Angeles, single mother Christine Collins (Angelina Jolie) arrives home to find her son, Walter, gone. Five months later her prayers are answered when Walter is found in Illinois. But to Christine's horror, the boy who steps off the train is not her son. Authorities vehemently dispute Christine's claim, and her one ally is a clergyman (John Malkovich) who sees the case as his chance to expose corruption in the Los Angeles Police Department and government.
Director
Clint Eastwood
Producer
Clint Eastwood, Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, Robert Lorenz
Screenwriter
J. Michael Straczynski
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Production Co
Malpaso Company
Rating
R (Language|Disturbing Content|Violent Content)
Genre
Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 31, 2008, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 19, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$35.7M
Runtime
2h 21m
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