Drama,Thriller
United Kingdom,United States of America
We Need to Talk About Kevin is a 2011 psychological thriller drama film directed by Lynne Ramsay and starring Tilda Swinton, John C. Reilly, and Ezra Miller. It is based on the novel of the same name by Lionel Shriver.
The film is told through the perspective of Eva Khatchadourian (Tilda Swinton), a mother struggling to bond with her son Kevin (Ezra Miller) from the moment he was born. Kevin is portrayed as manipulative, unloving, and cruel from an early age, and his behavior only worsens as he grows older.
As Eva tries to understand and connect with her son, she becomes increasingly isolated from her husband (John C. Reilly) and friends. The tension reaches a climax when Kevin commits a horrific act of violence at his high school, killing and injuring several classmates.
The film explores themes of motherhood, guilt, and the nature vs. nurture debate. It raises questions about whether Kevin was born with violent tendencies or if his environment played a role in shaping his behavior.
We Need to Talk About Kevin received critical acclaim for its performances, direction, and themes. It was a box office success and has since become a cult favorite.
