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Movie Info

Release Date: September 13, 1986
Runtime: 119 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (1)
Genres:
Drama Romance
Budget: $0
Revenue: $31,853,080
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
πŸ…
81%
Tomatometer
80
80/100
Metacritic
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6.9/10
TMDB
338 votes
⭐
7.2/10
IMDb
19,963 votes
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Children of a Lesser God

1986

"Love speaks in silence, breaking barriers of understanding."

Also known as: πŸ‡·πŸ‡΄ RO: Copiii unui Dumnezeu mai mic All international titles (1) →
Drama Romance 119 min 7.2/10

Awards & Recognition

1 Wins
3 Nominations
4 Total
Oscars
1 2 nom.
Golden Globes
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner Result
1987 Oscars Best Actress Marlee Matlin Winner
1987 Oscars Best Supporting Actress Piper Laurie Nominated
1987 Oscars Best Actor William Hurt Nominated
1986 Golden Globes Best Actor - Drama William Hurt Nominated
Year Festival Category Winner
1987 Oscars Best Actress Marlee Matlin
Year Festival Category Winner
1987 Oscars Best Supporting Actress Piper Laurie
1987 Oscars Best Actor William Hurt
1986 Golden Globes Best Actor - Drama William Hurt

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 1/5
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Box Office

Budget: $0
Revenue: $31,853,080
Profit $31,853,080

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Keywords

#woman director 147 #teacher 48 #sign languages 22 #deaf 11 #teacher student relationship 9 #deaf-mute 8 #teachers and students 7 #man woman relationship 7 #deaf girl 2 #deafness 2 #listening 1 #schoolroom 1

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Children of a Lesser God

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  • The film was shot primarily in Massachusetts, with many scenes filmed at the Clarke School for the Deaf in Northampton, which added to the film's realism.

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  • During a pivotal scene in the film, the use of close-up shots of hands signing emphasizes the emotional intensity of communication beyond spoken language.

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  • The film features a soundtrack that includes original compositions by composer Michel Legrand, which enhances the emotional depth of the story without overwhelming the dialogue.

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  • In a key scene where James and Sarah are in a heated argument, a continuity error occurs as the position of a chair changes between shots, distracting from the tension of the moment.

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  • Randa Haines, the director, later collaborated with Marlee Matlin on the television series 'Reasonable Doubts,' further exploring themes of communication and relationships.

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  • Marlee Matlin, who played Sarah Norman, was deaf and had to teach some of the cast basic sign language, helping to create a more authentic portrayal of the deaf community.

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