What happens with children when theres no adult around to take care of them?
And what would children do to save themselves from a supernatural threat that hunts them in the dark?
The Lost Childrenfollows four siblings who wake up in the vacation home of their family completely alone.
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At first, it feels good for the siblings to have the house for themselves.
So, with nowhere to go, the siblings must count on each other to survive.
It’s a complex mix of emotions that demands much of the cast.
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On top of that, its intriguing premise also doubles as a powerful metaphor for childhood trauma.
It’s not accurate to simply pin the blame on the parents, of course.
Unfortunately, the pacing suffers after an abrupt revelation shifts the movie’s tone.
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Without spoiling any secrets, its important to emphasize thatThe Lost Childrensolves its biggest riddle too soon.
Rating:B
The Lost Childrenhad its world premiere at 2023s Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.
