Los Angeles, 1928: On a Saturday morning in a working-class suburb, Christine Collins (Angelina Jolie) said goodbye to her son, Walter, and left for work. When she came home, she discovered he had vanished. A fruitless search ensues, and months later, a boy claiming to be the nine-year-old is returned. Dazed by the swirl of cops, reporters and her conflicted emotions, Christine allows him to stay overnight. But in her heart, she knows he is not Walter.
As she pushes authorities to keep looking, she learns that in Prohibition-era L.A., women don't challenge the system and live to tell their story. Slandered as delusional and unfit, Christine finds an ally in activist Reverend Briegleb (John Malkovich), who helps her fight the city to look for her missing boy.
Based on the actual incident that rocked California's legal system, this is the shocking tale of a mother's quest to find her son, and those who won't stop until they silence her.
a tad slow, yet entertaining movie. jolie is better than usual.
I was not surprised by the excellent performance of Angelina Jolie in this movie. I kind of expected this. The movie itself is outstanding as well. Just want to say to all people who feel sorry for Jennifer Aniston: "DO NOT". I believe Jennifer looks just like nothing comparing to Angelina's talent. Brad made the right choice by leaving that still crying nobody Jennifer who can not move on with her life. Brad chose a great woman and a great actress instead.
beautiful story. heart breaking and powerful. Jolie makes this a hit!! Superior acting. Fantastic film bringing a true story to life!