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A recently-widowed science fiction writer (John Cusack) considers whether to adopt a hyper-imaginative 6-year-old boy who says he's really from...
A recently-widowed science fiction writer (John Cusack) considers whether to adopt a hyper-imaginative 6-year-old boy who says he's really from Mars.
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35 %109 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
72 %84,574 reviewsAudience score rating
13+Age suitabilityChildren & Media rating
"Martian Child feels artificially sweetened rather than genuinely moving."
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The Washington Post
The Washington Post"The science-fiction elements are mere window dressing for a story that's most affecting when it's down to earth..."
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A.V. Club
A.V. Club"Knockout performances by John Cusack and child actor Bobby Coleman help legitimise a whimsical but sententiously moralising script."
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Variety
Variety"Those who stick with Martian Child won't entirely avoid mush, but they will find terrific performances by John Cusack (and) Bobby Coleman..."
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Hollywood Reporter
Hollywood Reporter"So bland and safe that it might appeal more directly to children than adults."
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Roger Ebert
Roger Ebert"Even likable John Cusack can't save Martian Child."
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San Francisco Chronicle
San Francisco Chronicle"Has enough wit and unpredictability to hold your attention."
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New York Post
New York PostMartian Child | Details
- Rating
- PG-13,
- Runtime
- 106
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama
- Country of origin
- USA
