The Forgotten
The Forgotten

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The Forgotten

2003
Movie
90 min
English

Tells the story of an American Corporal's last days while left to command his isolated front line tank unit during the Korean War.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes34%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users54%
Director: Joseph RubenGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A woman is mourning the death of her young son, who disappeared a year ago and is presumed dead. She begins to experience strange occurrences and flashbacks, suggesting that her son may not be dead and that someone is trying to make her forget him. She struggles to convince her husband and a retired doctor that her memories are real, leading her on a desperate search for the truth.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who found the premise intriguing but ultimately underdeveloped and predictable. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many citing a confusing plot and unsatisfying resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a convoluted plot that ultimately fails to deliver a satisfying mystery.

  • While Julianne Moore's performance is commendable, it cannot save the film from its predictable twists and turns.

  • The thriller elements are often undermined by melodrama and a lack of genuine tension.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while the premise had potential, the execution was disappointing. Many viewers found the plot confusing and the ending to be a letdown, though some appreciated the performances.

Fun Fact

The original script for 'The Forgotten' was written by Gerald Di Pego and was initially conceived as a supernatural thriller before being reworked into its current form.

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