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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 05/25/2018
2.5/4
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. Go to Full Review
Bruce DeMara Toronto Star 05/24/2018
1/4
The movie feels longer than it actually is - always a bad sign - and the climax and denoument are positively underwhelming. Go to Full Review
Tatiana Craine Village Voice 04/17/2018
Birthmarked proves both heartfelt and frustrating, perhaps a little like parenthood itself. Go to Full Review
Steven Prokopy Third Coast Review 06/09/2020
This is a dumb movie about people who are allegedly smart, and it was an aggravating experience to watch. Go to Full Review
Monica Reid Far Out Magazine 08/27/2018
2.5/5
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. Go to Full Review
Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) 07/06/2018
2/5
While the performances can't really be faulted, the meekly oddball material they're saddled with definitely can. Go to Full Review
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06/27/2022 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. See more 12/31/2021 the only good thing about this movie is suzanne clement See more 06/24/2021 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… See more 01/26/2021 This movie needs to be shown to families across the world and people who plan to have kids. See more 05/28/2020 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. See more 05/26/2020 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 See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

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
Parallel Films, Item 7
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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