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The Forgotten

Movie·2004·Thriller, Mystery, Science Fiction·1h 31m·5.9 (1,245)·Directed by Joseph Ruben

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Telly Paretta is a grieving mother struggling to cope with the loss of her 9-year-old son. She is stunned when her psychiatrist reveals that she has created nine years of memories about a son she never had. But when she remembers a man who had a similar experience, Telly embarks on a search to prove her son's existence, and her sanity.

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Julianne MooreJulianne MooreTelly ParettaDominic WestDominic WestAsh CorrellGary SiniseGary SiniseDr. MunceAnthony EdwardsAnthony EdwardsJim ParettaAlfre WoodardAlfre WoodardDet. Anne PopeLinus RoacheLinus RoacheA Friendly ManRobert WisdomRobert WisdomCarl DaytonJessica HechtJessica HechtEliot

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