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Children of Men (2006) April 28, 2007 at 7:00 and 10:00 pm in 26-100 April 29, 2007 at 10:00 pm in 26-100 In 2027, every woman on earth is infertile. With the loss of their ability to have children, the world has also lost hope. Clive Owen (Closer) plays Theo, a Briton attempting to make a life in this hellish world. His estranged wife (Julianne Moore) convinces him to help transport a young woman to safety. When Theo learns that the woman is pregnant, their journey takes on a significance--and a danger--he never imagined. Directed by Alfonso Cuaron (Y Tu Mama Tambien) and also starring Michael Caine and Chiwetel Ejiofor. [www.rottentomatoes.com] This explosively violent future-nightmare thriller, directed by Alfonso Cuaron and adapted from the novel by PD James, has simply the most extraordinary look of any movie around.
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2006 Academy Award Nominations: Achievement in Cinematography, Achievement in Film Editing, Adapted Screenplay| April 28 & 29, 2007 | ← Previous | Spring 2007 schedule | Next → |
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