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Jonah

  • 2023
  • 1h 29m
IMDb RATING
5.9/10
4.2K
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Jonah (2023)
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A journalist's repressed childhood trauma surfaces during an investigation into a mother who claims that her son was abducted by aliens.A journalist's repressed childhood trauma surfaces during an investigation into a mother who claims that her son was abducted by aliens.A journalist's repressed childhood trauma surfaces during an investigation into a mother who claims that her son was abducted by aliens.

  • Director
    • Ben Van Kleek
  • Writers
    • Ben Van Kleek
    • Trevor Vandelac
  • Stars
    • Osric Chau
    • Alaina Huffman
    • Ken Kirby
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.9/10
    4.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Ben Van Kleek
    • Writers
      • Ben Van Kleek
      • Trevor Vandelac
    • Stars
      • Osric Chau
      • Alaina Huffman
      • Ken Kirby
    • 23User reviews
    • 5Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    Osric Chau
    Osric Chau
    • Ozzie
    Alaina Huffman
    Alaina Huffman
    • Margot
    Ken Kirby
    Ken Kirby
    • Darren
    Tahmoh Penikett
    Tahmoh Penikett
    • Henrik
    Lincoln Huffman
    • Jonah
    Katrina Kaevich
    • Jen
    Matthew Lee Kwen
    • Young Ozzie
    James Kingstone
    • Banker…
    Cindy Au
    Cindy Au
    • Ozzie's Mom
    • Director
      • Ben Van Kleek
    • Writers
      • Ben Van Kleek
      • Trevor Vandelac
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    2walkingword

    Compelling Script, Low Budget

    This could have been a good movie, as the script is not bad. But it lacked actual alien involvement and left much to the imagination. Most SciFi buffs want to see the aliens, I mean c.mon! Also, the acting wasn't bad, but the actors are hardly known. The boy's psychodrama was probably the best part of the movie. If it had more higher profile actors it would have been more engaging. Also. It is a bit unreal, that these two really young paranormal skeptics would have credible knowledge about alien abductions in the first place. Anyway, it is OK for an inbetween movie if you're bored and there's nothing elese to watch.
    8tacopastor

    Original alien abduction movie

    Rented this on prime and it was not what I was expecting, this indie film really has a lot of religious symbolism blended together with alien theology. The cast was really good but the budget on this is low. The tension is high and it made me uncomfortable at times. The ending really makes me wonder. The film pushes what you would expect from an "alien abduction" movie. It's not typical but it does a good job at keep you engaged. The actor playing the kid was solid, really liked his performances. The mom is a crazy person. The pacing moves fast and the music really pulls you in. Overall, it's pretty good.
    7davewilson-02952

    Alien abduction movie

    This movie is really original. It's a low budget film but it has some cool twists. The actors are good, I enjoyed Osric Chau from supernatural. It's not a perfect story and the ending is really bold, it kind of makes me think about what it all means, but it's kind of confusing. I would like to see a bit more action with this type of movie but overall it's worth watching. I rented it on apple. I think if you watch this movie just go into it with low expectations, it's indie and it's not traditional but the film does push and play with your emotions. Cool indie flick worth checking out if you like alien stuff.
    1tammiebeckner

    3 1/2 stars? No!

    "A journalist's childhood trauma surfaces when a mother claims that her son was abducted by aliens."

    Not deserving of its rating. Anyone giving this snoozefest more than one star is being extremely generous. Nothing about this film makes it worth investing 90 minutes of your life. Boring characters and bad acting ending with a ridiculous "alien" encounter. This is not even a decent made for TV movie. I can not believe a studio invested their money in the making of this film. You've been warned. Only positive thing I can say about this experience is fortunately it was free. Do not waste your time or dollars.
    2bumblebre456

    Slow, no story, low effort & budget

    Total waist of time. I'm usually not one to write a review but this was honestly horrible. VERY drawn out and nothing happens the ENTIRE movie. Its not because of the fact that there's no definite answer to whether he really is being abused and whether his mom is crazy... but just simply because nothing happens. It's cheesy, hardly makes sense, no jumps, scares, or special effects or graphics...

    Hardly even a plot/storyline at all!

    ***Entire movie= She claims he was abducted. He claims he needs to go home. The end.*** (and btw, the ending is the worst part of the entire movie, or the best depending on how you look at it...Lol)

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    • Trivia
      Tahmoh Penikett, Alaina Huffman & Osric Chau all appeared in Supernatural (2005) together in as many as 5 of the same episodes.
    • Goofs
      When Jonah was getting CPR from Ozzie, and he was supposed to be lifeless, you can see his eyes flutter behind the closed eye lid and his lip moving.
    • Soundtracks
      April 41st
      composed by David Majzlin

      performed by Walter Mitty and His Makeshift Orchestra

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    • Release date
      • March 12, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Внеземной контакт
    • Production company
      • Twenty68 Films
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 29 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39:1

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