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“Children of Men is a solemn, haunting picture, but it's also a thrilling one, partly because of the sheer bravado with which it's made. It left me feeling more fortified than drained. [Director Alfonso] Cuarón, the most openhearted of directors, prefers to give rather than take away.”

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Stephanie Zacharek

Stephanie Zacharek is a respected film critic known for her in-depth analysis and unique perspective. Since the 1990s, she has contributed to various publications, including The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Entertainment Weekly. Her writing spans a wide range of films, from classics to contemporary independent cinema. more

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