Summaries

A young boy stays with his aunt and uncle and becomes friends with his cousin, a boy of the same age who shows increasing signs of violent and psychopathic behavior.

Following his mother's death, Mark is sent to Maine to visit his aunt and uncle while his father goes on a business trip to Tokyo. Mark meets his cousin Henry, and the two quickly form a friendship. However, Henry shows signs of violent behavior that worry Mark.—Sam

In this psychological thriller film, 12-year-old Mark Evans stays with his aunt and uncle after his mother dies and his father goes on an important business trip. He meets his same-age cousin Henry and eventually discovers his true violent behavior.

After Mark's mother dies and his father must go to Tokyo on business. he is sent to stay with his aunt, uncle, and cousins Henry and Connie. He quickly bonds with Henry, but as he learns more about him, he realizes that the family is in grave danger. A chilling tale showing how some people are just born evil.—Karen Kenny

After his mother's death, young Mark is left with his aunt and uncle while his father makes an important trip. Cousin Henry is at first great fun, but isn't your average boy next door. Mark believes that Henry is evil, but no one else can see it.—Rob Hartill

Details

Keywords
  • killer child
  • manipulation
  • disbelieving adult
  • evil child
  • child villain
Genres
  • Thriller
  • Drama
Release date Sep 23, 1993
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) R
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations Minnesota, USA
Production companies Twentieth Century Fox

Box office

Budget $17000000
Gross US & Canada $44789789
Opening weekend US & Canada $12520305
Gross worldwide $60613008

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 27m
Color Color
Sound mix Dolby Stereo
Aspect ratio 1.85 : 1

Synopsis

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