A Monster Calls
12-year-old Conor encounters an ancient tree monster who proceeds to help him cope with his mother's terminal illness and being bullied in school.
Release Year
2016
Runtime
108 min
Audience Score
7.3
Genres
Fantasy, Adventure, Family
Story Snapshot
12-year-old Conor encounters an ancient tree monster who proceeds to help him cope with his mother's terminal illness and being bullied in school.
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