A Monster Calls (2016)
A Monster Calls
”A young boy turns to a tree monster for help as his mother faces a terminal illness.”
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From Spanish director J. A. Bayona, A Monster Calls is a touching film about the difficulties of growing up and facing a reality that is not always welcoming. Featuring an all-star cast – including Felicity Jones, Sigourney Weaver, and Liam Neeson as the voice of the monster – this movie has been recognized with two Phoenix Awards and nine Goya Awards, including the award for Best Director.
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A boy seeks the help of a tree monster to cope with his single mother's terminal illness.
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