What is When the Bough Breaks?
When the Bough Breaks is an American psychological thriller film released in 2016. The movie was directed by Jon Cassar.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2016
- Release date
- Sep 9, 2016
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.8/10
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When the Bough Breaks is an American psychological thriller film released in 2016. The movie was directed by Jon Cassar. The main cast includes Morris Chestnut, Regina Hall, Jaz Sinclair, and Theo Rossi. Other cast members listed in the film credits include Romany Malco, Glenn Morshower, Tom Nowicki, Gigi Erneta, Michael K. Williams, Ariadne Joseph, Janee Michelle, and Carrie Lazar. Michael Lynne and Bob Shaye served as producers, and the film was distributed by Screen Gems.
The narrative centers on a surrogate mother who harbors a deadly secret desire for a family of her own with the husband who is expecting to raise her child. The film has a run time of one hour and thirty-seven minutes and received a PG-13 rating upon its United States release on September 9, 2016. It falls under the drama and thriller genres.
Should you watch it?
“A surrogate mother’s hidden agenda threatens a couple’s future.”
- Atmospheric tension from a secret surrogacy plot
- Blend of drama and thriller elements
- PG-13 rating makes it accessible to mature teens
- The film’s short runtime may leave some plot points underdeveloped
Watch it if you enjoy tense dramas about hidden motives and family secrets.
The film features suspenseful themes and mature relationship dynamics, suitable for teen and adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and thriller.
What is the MPAA rating?
The movie is rated PG-13.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on September 9, 2016.
What is the basic premise of the story?
It follows a surrogate mother who secretly desires to become part of the family she is helping to create.
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