In Safe Hands

Release Date 2018-12-05

Runtime 112 minutes

Status Released

Overview

Théo is given up for adoption by his biological mother on the very day he is born. After this anonymous birth, the mother has two months to change her mind… Or not. The child welfare services and adoption service spring into action… The former have to take care of the baby and support it during this limbo-like time, this period of uncertainty, while the latter must find a woman to become his adoptive mother. She is called Alice, and she has spent the last ten years fighting to have a child.

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Vote Average 7.419/10

Vote Count 518

Popularity 1.4057

Original Language fr

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What makes this movie Worth Watching

Set against the backdrop of Ireland's child welfare system, 'In Safe Hands' sheds light on the complexities and struggles faced by social workers when dealing with vulnerable families.

The movie offers a gripping and emotional narrative that explores themes of child protection, family dynamics, and the lengths one will go to for love.
The performances by Aisling Franciosi and Mark Stanley are particularly noteworthy, delivering powerful and compelling portrayals of a social worker and a father in crisis.
The film's unflinching portrayal of the challenges faced by social services is both thought-provoking and educational.

Fun Facts

The film is based on the true story of a social worker in Ireland who went above and beyond to help a family in need.
Mark Stanley, who plays the father in crisis, is also known for his role as Owen Sharma in the HBO series 'Game of Thrones'.
The film's title, 'In Safe Hands', carries double meaning: it refers both to the child's safety and the hope that social workers instill in families.