Rotten
Despite a fascinating concept, a gorgeous look and a silky score, 'Clone' is difficult to warm to.
David Jenkins, Time Out
Womb
What are the consequences of giving birth to your dead boyfriend?
2010 · 1h 51m · UNRATED
Romance, Science Fiction
Directed by
Benedek Fliegauf
Overview
A woman's consuming love forces her to bear the clone of her dead beloved. From his infancy to manhood, she faces the unavoidable complexities of her controversial decision.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
35%
Tomatometer
Rotten
If the 20-odd seconds of blank screen squatting pointlessly amid the opening credits aren't enough warning that you're in for some seriously sluggish storytelling, then the adoption of a snail as one of the central motifs should drive the point home.
Jeannette Catsoulis, New York Times
Fresh
You are unlikely to see a movie about incest made as sensitively and tastefully as "Womb.''
V.A. Musetto, New York Post
Fresh
The eeriness is underscored by the subtly intricate sound design, and by Green's subtle performance. She deftly balances her desire for the lost Tommy with the maternal responsibility to shield her son.
Mark Jenkins, NPR
Rotten
It's a fascinating film to think about, but far too cool to touch.
Noel Murray, AV Club
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