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The Children Act is a British-American legal drama film directed by Richard Eyre and adapted by Ian McEwan from his novel of the same name. Emma Thompson plays Fiona Maye, a High Court judge asked to decide whether a teenage Jehovah's Witness may receive a life-saving blood transfusion against his wishes. The story examines family law, religious conviction, judicial responsibility, and the personal consequences of decisions made under the legal principle of a child's welfare.
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What is The Children Act about?
It follows High Court judge Fiona Maye as she decides whether 17-year-old Adam Henry, a Jehovah's Witness with leukemia, should receive a life-saving blood transfusion. Emma Thompson plays Fiona and Fionn Whitehead plays Adam.
Is The Children Act based on a book?
Yes. Ian McEwan adapted his 2014 novel for the screenplay, and Richard Eyre directed the 2017 film.
Who plays Fiona Maye's husband?
Stanley Tucci plays Jack Maye, Fiona's neglected husband. Their strained marriage develops alongside Fiona's urgent case involving Adam Henry.
Why is The Children Act sometimes listed as a 2017 film and sometimes as a 2018 film?
It premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 9, 2017. Its wider UK and US theatrical releases took place in 2018.
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