Changeling

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐Ÿ”ด 75/100
Total warning time: 2m 20s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸก 30/100 (10s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [00:45:20 - 00:45:30] Brief scene with a woman in a revealing dress.
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸข 20/100 (10s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [01:10:15 - 01:10:25] A character is seen smoking a cigarette.
Violence: ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 (1m 45s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [00:30:10 - 00:30:40] A child is kidnapped, shown in a tense and distressing manner.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 90/100 [01:25:30 - 01:26:00] Graphic depiction of a child's murder, implied but not shown directly.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 [01:40:15 - 01:41:00] A violent confrontation involving police brutality.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸก 50/100 (15s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 30/100 [00:15:45 - 00:15:50] Use of the word 'damn'.
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [01:20:30 - 01:20:35] Use of the word 'hell'.
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [01:55:10 - 01:55:15] Use of the word 'bastard'.
Changeling
Year: 2008
Certificate: R
Runtime: 141 min
Genre: Biography, Crime, Drama
IMDB: 7.7
Meta Score: 63
Votes: 239203
Gross: 35,739,802
Director: Clint Eastwood
Stars: Angelina Jolie, Colm Feore, Amy Ryan, Gattlin Griffith
Overview: Grief-stricken mother Christine Collins (Angelina Jolie) takes on the L.A.P.D. to her own detriment when it tries to pass off an obvious impostor as her missing child.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of 'Changeling' (2008)?
A: 'Changeling' is a psychological drama based on true events. The film follows Christine Collins (Angelina Jolie), a mother in 1928 Los Angeles, whose son Walter goes missing. When the LAPD returns a boy they claim is Walter, Christine insists he is not her son. Her quest for the truth leads her to uncover corruption and incompetence within the police department, while she faces public scrutiny and institutional resistance.
Q: Who directed 'Changeling' (2008)?
A: The movie was directed by Clint Eastwood, known for his work in both acting and directing acclaimed films such as 'Million Dollar Baby' and 'Unforgiven.'
Q: Is 'Changeling' based on a true story?
A: Yes, 'Changeling' is inspired by the real-life Wineville Chicken Coop Murders and the ordeal of Christine Collins, whose son disappeared in 1928. The film dramatizes her fight against the Los Angeles Police Department's mishandling of the case and the subsequent scandal.
Q: What awards did 'Changeling' (2008) receive?
A: The film received critical acclaim and several award nominations. Angelina Jolie was nominated for an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a BAFTA for her performance as Christine Collins. The movie also won accolades for its production design and cinematography.
Q: Who plays Christine Collins in 'Changeling'?
A: Angelina Jolie portrays Christine Collins, the determined mother who challenges the LAPD when they return an impostor claiming to be her missing son. Her performance was widely praised for its emotional depth and intensity.