Stephen King has a substantial social media presence and a loyal following who hang on his every word. The author consistently posts catchy content, ranging from dad jokes to hot takes on politics to movie recommendations. He’s also prone to interacting with engagement bait on occasion. On that note, King recently replied to a prompt asking movie lovers to name their favorite Michael Caine film aside from Zulu or The Dark Knight. King chimed in to say that the apocalyptic sci-fi thriller Children of Men is his pick.
Caine features in a supporting role as Jasper, a friend of the lead character, Theo (Clive Owen), and a former political cartoonist. Director Alfonso Cuaron says that Caine actually based the character on his late friend John Lennon, or more specifically, what Caine imagines Lennon would have been like if he’d lived into old age.
The film is set in 2027 amidst an infertility crisis that threatens the future of humanity. We catch up with Theo, a disenchanted bureaucrat, who unexpectedly finds himself in a position to protect Kee (Clare-Hope Ashitey), a woman who miraculously becomes pregnant against all odds.
King is far from alone in his reverence for the film. Critics were overwhelmingly positive in their critiques, responding favorably to the picture’s fast-paced narrative, the social commentary on government overreach, and the artful cinematography. With more than 250 reviews tallied, the film is certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with a stellar critical approval rating of 92%.
Despite its status as a critical darling, the film failed to meet financial expectations. Children of Men returned just over $70 million at the global box office against an estimated budget of $75 million. Many attribute the picture’s poor returns to an ineffective marketing campaign. Additionally, the film bowed during the holiday season, which introduced its own series of complications. The heavy themes explored within aren’t exactly the kind of lighthearted escape the average viewer is looking for when they hit up the multiplex on Christmas.
If you’re eager to check the film out to see why King is such a fan, you can currently scope Children of Men as a digital rental or on physical media.
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