The Forgotten
The Forgotten

The Forgotten

2004Movie91 minEnglish

Telly Paretta is a grieving mother struggling to cope with the loss of her 9-year-old son. She is stunned when her psychiatrist reveals that she has created nine years of memories about a son she never had. But when she remembers a man who had a similar experience, Telly embarks on a search to prove her son's existence, and her sanity.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users67%
Director: Joseph RubenGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A grieving mother, Telly Paretta, is convinced that her son died in a plane crash a year ago. However, her husband and her doctor insist that she is delusional and that she never had a son. As she investigates, she uncovers a disturbing conspiracy involving missing children and unexplained phenomena, forcing her to confront the possibility that her memories might be real and that something sinister is at play.

Critical Reception

The Forgotten received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising Julianne Moore's performance. While some found the plot predictable or convoluted, others appreciated the suspenseful atmosphere and intriguing premise. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, with a split opinion on the film's effectiveness as a thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Julianne Moore delivers a compelling performance that anchors the film.
  • The movie effectively builds suspense but falters with a predictable and somewhat illogical conclusion.
  • While the premise is intriguing, the execution struggles to maintain its momentum and originality.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a decent thriller with a strong lead performance, though many felt the story became too confusing or unbelievable in its later stages. Some viewers appreciated the mystery, while others were disappointed by the resolution.

Fun Fact

The film's plot bears some resemblance to the 1975 novel 'The Stepford Wives' and the 1956 science fiction film 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' due to its themes of paranoia and loss of identity.

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Wuchak

Love vs. cold analytical thought RELEASED IN 2004 and directed by Joseph Ruben, "The Forgotten" relays the story of Telly (Julianne Moore), a mother who discovers all traces of her deceased 9 year-old son have been erased, including phot...