Martian Child (2007)by Tristi Pinkston | More from this Blogger 23 Feb 2008 09:00 AM "Martian Child" is one of the most touching films I've seen in a while. John Cusack stars as David, a man whose wife died two years ago. She was adopted, and it had always been her dream to adopt a child too, and they had planned on it. But her unexpected death changed their plans. David thinks maybe he should go ahead and adopt without her, but he's not sure if he can make that kind of commitment. As a bestselling science fiction novelist, he has a life of his own and isn't sure that becoming a father is right for him. But then he's contacted about one very special little boy named Dennis who believes himself to be from Mars. Because David has a great imagination, the agency thinks he can help Dennis overcome his fear of the real world. David goes to meet Dennis, and finds himself fascinated by this child who stays in a box all day to avoid the sun's rays. He brings Dennis some sunscreen, and they start to form a bond. David brings Dennis home for a while as a trial, and thinks he can do some good for the boy. He's patient and understanding, but weeks after weeks go by and Dennis still says he's from Mars. David is starting to lose his patience, but one night when Dennis goes missing to try to find his way back to Mars, everything comes into crystal clear focus. This movie was beautiful. I've always admired John Cusack as an actor, and now even more so. The relationship he develops on screen with this boy is sweet and powerful. Running beneath it all is the message that every child needs to be loved and nurtured, and that we need to cut all of our kids some slack as they try to figure out their place in the world. What a timely, important message. This film is rated PG. Related Blogs: Learn more about Tristi Pinkston  I've been a blogger for Families.com since August of 2006. Relevantmovies tags User Comments  deedee1231 (4030) 23 Feb 2008 10:57 AMI have been trying to rent this for 2 weeks, but it is always gone when I check the Redbox (I refuse to pay more than $1 for a movie rental, LOL). Anyhow, now I just want to see it even more!  Dale Harcombe (10415) 24 Feb 2008 04:45 PMLike you,I am a big fan of John Cusack and enjoyed Must Love Dogs but haven't seen this one . I will certainly keep an eye out for it next time we are looking for a DVD to rent, which doesns't happen all that often. I also liked My Big Fat Greek Wedding which you mentioned on the Must Love Dogs review. MBFGW seems to appear on TV on a regular basis here in Australia. It was actually on this week but it hadn't been that long since we'd seen it.  Tristi Pinkston (10839) 24 Feb 2008 07:52 PMYou will really enjoy this film, Dale. And "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" is a definite favorite! Community Tags choices, Decisions, movies, reviews Discuss this article
|
Movie Reviews categories |
