@celeste_writes
A patient, formally daring work — the cinematography lingers on empty rooms longer than most audiences will tolerate, but those who stay are rewarded with the most haunting final act of the year.
Two cutting-edge scientists give 'birth' to a Neanderthal—the first to walk the earth for some 35,000 years—in order to attempt to answer these questions. Part 'normal' child, part science experiment, William’s 'parents' struggle with the best way to raise him. As William grows toward adulthood, he is educated in the human experiences of love and intimacy. But his primitive impulses begin to emerge the more he tries to conform to human expectations, leading to tragic consequences for him and his loved ones.
Quick Stats
5.8
TMDB Rating
13
Votes
1h 42m
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Key Crew
DirectorTim Disney
WriterTim Disney
CinematographyGraham Talbot
ComposerCraig Wedren
EditorAsim Nuraney
Production DesignDaren Luc Sasges
Produced by
William Productions
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Critics & Reviews
3 featured@jhalberg
I walked in expecting another genre exercise and walked out feeling like I'd been eavesdropping on a confession. The lead performance is genuinely singular — a career-defining turn.
@priya_a
A few too many scenes feel borrowed from a better film, but the soundtrack and the production design carry the rest. Solid recommendation for fans of slow-burn European thrillers.
Cast
Maria Dizzia
Dr. Sullivan
Will Brittain
William
Waleed Zuaiter
Dr. Reed
Susan Park
Sarah
Beth Grant
Dr. Thomas
Paul Guilfoyle
President Clayborn
Jerry Wasserman
Chairman Douglass
Ted Cole
Ted
David Nykl
Principal Bernstein
Noel Johansen
Dr. Winslow
Callum Seagram Airlie
William, age 10
Christian Convery
William, age 5
Diana Pavlovská
Darlene
Gaalen Engen
Dr. Rowley
Dee Jay Jackson
Officer Jerry
