Birthmarked

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Birthmarked

Released Mar 30, 2018

1h 30m

Comedy

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In 1977, two respected scientists quit their jobs to conduct an experiment about human identity. They aim to raise three children contrarily to their genetic predispositions to prove the ultimate power of nurture over nature.

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Brad Wheeler

Globe and Mail

When its mildly interesting 88 minutes are done, one is left to wonder only if the film could have been a lot better in someone else's hands - perhaps those belonging to Wes Anderson.

Rated: 2.5/4

May 25, 2018

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Bruce DeMara

Toronto Star

The movie feels longer than it actually is - always a bad sign - and the climax and denoument are positively underwhelming.

Rated: 1/4

May 24, 2018

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Tatiana Craine

Village Voice

Birthmarked proves both heartfelt and frustrating, perhaps a little like parenthood itself.

Apr 17, 2018

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Steven Prokopy

Third Coast Review

This is a dumb movie about people who are allegedly smart, and it was an aggravating experience to watch.

Jun 9, 2020

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Monica Reid

Far Out Magazine

It's unfortunate that the script missed the mark, ending up as neither a truly funny and pointed comedy or a sharp, dramatic exploration of some interesting concepts.

Rated: 2.5/5

Aug 27, 2018

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Leigh Paatsch

Herald Sun (Australia)

While the performances can't really be faulted, the meekly oddball material they're saddled with definitely can.

Rated: 2/5

Jul 6, 2018

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Audience Member

The critics are wrong about this one. It's a cute, funny, and sentimental story about family. It has a sort of Wes Anderson feel to it. It's worth a watch, you won't regret the time spent watching.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/09/23

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the only good thing about this movie is suzanne clement

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

02/14/23

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Amo muito tudo isso, que família, delicinha, da vontade de viver no filme, Toni Collette sempre esplendidamente magnifica, divertida e mãe leoa, padecendo no paraíso, as crianças sempre roubam as cenas com suas peripécias, um experimento audacioso, a meu ver, as influências sócias e genéticas influencia na proporção de 50%, não sendo absolutas, podendo haver maior e menor grau de alterações dependendo do quão influenciável/determinado e o ser… Destaque para a trilha sonoro, desfecho simplório…

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/12/23

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This movie needs to be shown to families across the world and people who plan to have kids.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/12/23

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Honestly it's not for everyone. I watched with three of my friends and we all liked it. But I would get if nobody else would like it.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/22/23

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Not the most exciting film but it's not trying to be. It's a wholesome, heartfelt film, enjoyed the cinematography, directing style, 80s aesthetic and the fitting soundtrack. Don't think the bad reviews are justified

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/30/23

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Emanuel Hoss-Desmarais

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Toni Collette

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Michael Smiley

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Fionnula Flanagan

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Dr. Julie Bouchard

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Synopsis

In 1977, two respected scientists quit their jobs to conduct an experiment about human identity. They aim to raise three children contrarily to their genetic predispositions to prove the ultimate power of nurture over nature.

Director: Emanuel Hoss-Desmarais
Producer: Pierre Even
Screenwriter: Marc Tulin
Distributor: Vertical Entertainment
Production Co: Item 7, Parallel Films
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 30, 2018, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 22, 2019
Runtime: 1h 30m

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