The Lost Child
The Lost Child

The Lost Child

1991Movie10 minEnglish

Inspired by Lovecraft's "The Outsider", this short follows a lonely child who longs for human touch. Will he finally be held?

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Director: Robert HarmonGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A woman living in isolation with her son begins to suspect that he is not entirely human. As strange occurrences mount and her paranoia grows, she uncovers a dark secret about her child's origins, leading to a terrifying confrontation.

Critical Reception

The Lost Child received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising Dianne Wiest's performance but criticizing the film's pacing and underdeveloped plot elements. Audiences were divided, with some finding the supernatural mystery compelling and others deeming it predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Dianne Wiest delivers a standout performance as a mother consumed by fear.
  • The film's atmospheric tension is effective, but the narrative struggles to maintain momentum.
  • The ambiguous ending leaves viewers with more questions than answers.

Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film. However, general audience reactions suggest a split between those who appreciated the unsettling mystery and those who found the execution lacking.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but was ultimately distributed as a television film.

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