Love Child
The lives of staff at the fictional Kings Cross Hospital and the wild streets of Darlinghurst in the 1960s. Joan Miller is a smart and sophisticated midwife who returns home from London to take a job at the Kings Cross Hospital. Dr Patrick McNaughton is a charismatic head of obstetrics at Kings Cross Hospital. Frances Bolton is the tough matron who also controls the running of Stanton House, a home for unwed pregnant young women.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, struggling with addiction and facing eviction, makes a desperate choice to sell her newborn baby to an affluent couple. This decision unravels a complex web of deceit, betrayal, and moral compromise as she grapples with the consequences of her actions and the dark secrets surrounding the transaction.
Critical Reception
Love Child (2017) received a mixed reception, with critics praising its emotional depth and performances but often criticizing its pacing and predictable plot points. Audiences were divided, with some finding the film a harrowing exploration of difficult themes and others feeling it was overly melodramatic.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its sensitive portrayal of a desperate mother's plight.
- Criticized for a narrative that sometimes feels underdeveloped.
- Acknowledged for strong performances, particularly from the lead actress.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely unaggregated. Where available, viewers often noted the film's challenging subject matter and its emotional impact, with some commending its realistic depiction of difficult societal issues.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in various locations across Russia, aiming to capture the stark realities of the characters' environments.
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