Children of Men (2006)

Genre: Science-Fiction / Thriller

Directed by: Alfonso Cuaron

Cast: Clive Owen, Julianne Moore, Michael Caine

Running time: 109 minutes

In 2027, in a world on the edge of collapsing following 18 years of global human infertility, civil servant Theo Faron is recruited by a militant group led by his ex-wife to obtain transit papers for a young pregnant refugee who is looking to escape the dire situation. In this world where most people have hidden agendas, Theo soon becomes the only person the young lady can count on to keep her safe.

This 2006 film is based on the P.D. James novel of the same name, published in 1992.

Clive Owen is really solid as Theo Faron, a former activist who sort of gave up after losing his child. He sees the safety of the young refugee and her baby as a personal mission he will do everything to accomplish. It was also a treat to see Julianne Moore, albeit for a very short part of the movie, and Michael Caine, in a very different role for him.

Overall, Children of Men is a wonderfully directed film about hope and the importance of children in society. This movie beautifully combined the genres of Science-Fiction and Thrillers, with a storyline and action scenes that keep the viewer guessing. All things considered, I highly recommend this title.

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