The Other Tom
El otro Tom
Synopsis
Elena is a single mother dependant on Social Services. Her son Tom has behaviour issues and is stigmatised at school as a "problem child". An absent father further complicates their difficult relationship. Tom is diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and given psychiatric medication, but a strange accident alerts his mother as to their side effects. When she refuses to continue administering the drugs to him, Social Services threaten to take Tom from her.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2021-08-25
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 14, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rodrigo Plá, Laura Santullo
- Screenplay & Story
- Rodrigo Plá, Laura Santullo
- Original Title
- El otro Tom
- Country of Origin
- Mexico, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Buenaventura, BHD Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rodrigo Plá, Laura Santullo
Rodrigo Plá, Laura Santullo
Miguel Schverdfinger
Rodrigo Plá, Gabriela Maldonado, Laura Santullo, Alejandro de Icaza
Department Leadership Roster
Rodrigo Plá
Director
Rodrigo Plá
Producer
Rodrigo Plá
Screenplay
Laura Santullo
Director
Miguel Schverdfinger
Editor
Laura Santullo
Screenplay
Gabriela Maldonado
Producer
Ana J. Belido
Production Design
Laura Santullo
Producer
Alejandro de Icaza
Producer
Malena de la Riva
Costume Design
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Other Tom about?
Elena is a single mother dependant on Social Services. Her son Tom has behaviour issues and is stigmatised at school as a "problem child". An absent father further complicates their difficult relationship. Tom is diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and given psychiatric medication, but a strange accident alerts his mother as to their side effects. When she refuses to continue administering the drugs to him, Social Services threaten to take Tom from her.
Who directed The Other Tom?
The Other Tom was directed by Rodrigo Plá, Laura Santullo.
Who stars in The Other Tom?
The principal cast of The Other Tom includes Julia Chávez, Israel Rodríguez Bertorelli, Malicia Dominguez, Sergio Leonardo Delgado, Alejandra Dozal.
When was The Other Tom released and how long is it?
The Other Tom was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Other Tom?
The Other Tom holds official age classifications: CA: 18A; US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).