Child 44
Set in Stalin-era Soviet Union, a disgraced MGB agent is dispatched to investigate a series of child murders -- a case that begins to connect with the very top of party leadership.
Release Year
2015
Runtime
137 min
Audience Score
6.3
Genres
Crime, Thriller
Story Snapshot
Set in Stalin-era Soviet Union, a disgraced MGB agent is dispatched to investigate a series of child murders -- a case that begins to connect with the very top of party leadership.
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Child 44 is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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