Children of Men vs Equilibrium

Children of Men has the higher audience score (7.6/10 against 7/10 for Equilibrium). Equilibrium is the shorter watch at 1h 47m compared with 1h 49m. Equilibrium is the older of the two (2002 against 2006). Both are action, science fiction, thriller movies, so they suit a similar mood.

Children of Men posterChildren of Men2006 VS Equilibrium posterEquilibrium2002
Children of MenEquilibrium
Audience score★ 7.6/10★ 7.0/10
Year20062002
Length1h 49m1h 47m
GenresAction, Drama, Science Fiction, ThrillerAction, Science Fiction, Thriller
Country––
DirectorAlfonso CuarónKurt Wimmer
Main castPeter Mullan, Charlie Hunnam, Clive Owen, Michael Caine, Danny HustonDominic Purcell, Sean Pertwee, Emily Watson, David Hemmings, Christian Bale

Synopsis

Children of Men

In 2027, in a chaotic world in which humans can no longer procreate, a former activist agrees to help transport a miraculously pregnant woman to a sanctuary at sea, where her child's birth may help scientists save the future of humankind.

Equilibrium

In a dystopian future, a totalitarian regime maintains peace by subduing the populace with a drug, and displays of emotion are punishable by death. A man in charge of enforcing the law rises to overthrow the system.

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