Martian Child

Tabi says: 4 stars

I've been wanting to watch this movie for a while, but every time I went to Redbox it was checked out. That's saying something because I frequently visit many different Redboxes. Now I know why it was in such high demand; it's because it's a great feel-good movie. Very pro-family. John Cusack made a very believable first-time dad and Bobby Coleman was a fabulous weird Martian kid. Maybe having a little boy of my own made this story of a little boy needing love and trust made it all that more touching. Just like Gone, Baby Gone, it ended and I felt like becoming a foster or adoptive parent.

Just a sidenote: This movie is based on the science-fiction writer David Gerrold's experiences adopting a child. It is interesting to note that David Gerrold wrote the original Star Trek episode Trouble with Tribbles! Wow.