“My Son” is a gimmick in search of a movie. Co-writer/director Christian Carion (“Joyeux Noel”) adapts his own 2017 French film of the same name, which was unexpectedly dropped to Peacock after forgoing the theatrical or VOD route (it will also be on The Roku Channel in December, making this deal even stranger). Coming seemingly out of nowhere, the thriller boasts two undeniably talented stars, one of whom was reportedly not given a script or dialogue in an attempt to capture the confusion and panic of his protagonist—the same technique Carion used the first time with stars Guillaume Canet and Melanie Laurent to very mixed reviews.

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Depending on your thoughts about English-language remakes, you’re either going to love or hate this news. According to ErosSTX, the production company is set to make an English-language remake of the French thriller, “My Son.” But there is some hope, as the cast and crew of the feature seem to point to a worthwhile retelling.

STXFilms will produce and distribute a new version of the French film “My Son,” with the original film’s director, Christian Carion returning to direct.

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One of the most exciting plots used in film revolves around the desperation that leads people to do things they never would have in search of their missing child. Denis Villeneuve tackled the plot beautifully with his film “Prisoners.” One of Mel Gibson’s most iconic roles comes from a similar film, “Ransom.” And now, filmmaker Christian Carion keeps the tradition alive with the new French thriller “My Son.”

In honor of the film’s upcoming May release, we’re thrilled to present an exclusive look at the trailer for “My Son.” As described above, the film follows the extreme lengths that one father will go to find his missing 7-year-old son after he disappears while at camp.

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Casting: Elle Fanning Will Learn 'How To Talk to Girls At Parties,' Penelope Cruz Joins 'Grimsby' & More

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Melanie Laurent To Star In New Adaptation Of 'Letter From An Unknown Woman' By Christian Carion

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