Children of Men is a 2006 dystopian action thriller film directed and co-written by Alfonso Cuarón. The screenplay, based on P. D. James' 1992 novel The Children of Men, was credited to five writers, with Clive Owen making uncredited contributions. The film is set in 2027, when two decades of human infertility have left society on the brink of collapse. Asylum seekers seek sanctuary in the United Kingdom, where they are subjected to detention and refoulement by the government. Owen plays civil servant Theo Faron, who tries to help refugee Kee escape the chaos. Children of Men also stars Julianne Moore, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Pam Ferris, Charlie Hunnam, and Michael Caine.
Theatrical release poster
Clive Owen (pictured at the films premier in Mexico City, 2006) was cast as the lead role
Director Alfonso Cuarón (pictured at the film's premiere in Mexico City, 2006) didn't read the novel the film is based on, only a summary
Alfonso Cuarón Orozco is a Mexican filmmaker. His accolades include four Academy Awards, seven BAFTA Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards.
Cuarón in July 2013
Cuarón at the Guadalajara International Film Festival in 1998.
Cuarón and Clive Owen, who worked together on Children of Men.
Cuaron at the 72nd Venice International Film Festival
