Midnight Special
A father and son go on the run after the dad learns his child possesses special powers.
Release Year
2016
Runtime
112 min
Audience Score
6.3
Genres
Adventure, Drama, Science Fiction
Story Snapshot
A father and son go on the run after the dad learns his child possesses special powers.
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Midnight Special is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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