A Monster Calls (2016) is a fantasy drama film directed by J.A. Bayona and based on the novel of the same name by Patrick Ness, who also wrote the screenplay. The film stars Lewis MacDougall as Conor O’Malley, a young boy grappling with the challenges of his mother’s (Felicity Jones) terminal illness and the turmoil of his own life.

The story revolves around Conor’s encounter with a towering, ancient tree monster (voiced by Liam Neeson) that appears to him in the middle of the night. The monster offers Conor three stories in exchange for one of his own. As Conor navigates his pain and anger over his mother’s illness and his difficult relationship with his grandmother (Sigourney Weaver), the monster’s tales force him to confront the harsh truths of his own life and emotions.

A Monster Calls is notable for its blend of dark fantasy and poignant drama, exploring themes of grief, acceptance, and personal growth.

The film is visually striking, with imaginative and emotional storytelling that delves into the complexities of facing life’s hardest challenges and finding one’s inner strength.

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