---
title: "We Need to Talk About Kevin"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/we-need-to-talk-about-kevin-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 71859
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 113
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/we-need-to-talk-about-kevin-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

We Need to Talk About Kevin is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by BBC Film, Independent, Footprint Investment. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mother confronts the darkness behind her son’s shocking crime."

### Why Watch
- Deep exploration of a troubled mother‑son relationship
- Atmospheric tension that builds throughout
- Strong dramatic storytelling

### Caveats & Content Note
- Bleak tone may be unsettling for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains disturbing violence and intense emotional themes, intended for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dark, psychological, intense, slow-burn

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/we-need-to-talk-about-kevin-2011#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lynne Ramsay
- **Networks / Studios**: BBC Film, Independent, Footprint Investment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tilda Swinton** as *Eva Khatchadourian*
- **John C. Reilly** as *Franklin Plaskett*
- **Ezra Miller** as *Kevin Khatchadourian, Teenager*
- **Jasper Newell** as *Kevin Khatchadourian, 6-8 Years*
- **Rock Duer** as *Kevin Khatchadourian, Toddler*
- **Ashley Gerasimovich** as *Celia Khatchadourian*
- **Siobhan Fallon Hogan** as *Wanda*
- **Alex Manette** as *Colin*
- **Kenneth Franklin** as *Soweto*
- **Leslie Lyles** as *Smash Lady*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central premise of the film?
A mother reflects on her complicated relationship with her son after he commits a horrific act.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and thriller.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on December 9, 2011.

### Q: Is the film suitable for younger viewers?
Due to its disturbing content and intense tone, it is recommended for mature audiences.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [We Need to Talk About Kevin — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/71859)
- [Musíme si promluvit o Kevinovi 75% [We Need to Talk About…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/302460-musime-si-promluvit-o-kevinovi)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*