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Natural Selection

  • 20112011
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  • 1h 30m
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6.4/10
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Natural Selection (2011)
A devout Christian housewife who is unable to bear children discovers that her  husband has made donations at the same sperm bank for 25 years. After he suffers a stroke, she leaves her sheltered world to find his eldest biological son: an ex-con with whom she develops an odd but meaningful relationship.
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Having discovered that her dying husband has an illegitimate child living in Florida, a devout Christian housewife leaves her sheltered world on a mission to reunite father and son.Having discovered that her dying husband has an illegitimate child living in Florida, a devout Christian housewife leaves her sheltered world on a mission to reunite father and son.Having discovered that her dying husband has an illegitimate child living in Florida, a devout Christian housewife leaves her sheltered world on a mission to reunite father and son.

IMDb RATING
6.4/10
1.4K
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  • Director
    • Robbie Pickering
  • Writer
    • Robbie Pickering
  • Stars
    • Matt O'Leary
    • Rachael Harris
    • John Diehl
Top credits
  • Director
    • Robbie Pickering
  • Writer
    • Robbie Pickering
  • Stars
    • Matt O'Leary
    • Rachael Harris
    • John Diehl
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    • 18User reviews
    • 58Critic reviews
    • 57Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 12 wins & 5 nominations

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    Trailer 2:36
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    Natural Selection (2011)
    Natural Selection (2011)
    Robbie Pickering in Natural Selection (2011)
    Rachael Harris in Natural Selection (2011)
    Rachael Harris and Matt O'Leary in Natural Selection (2011)
    Natural Selection (2011)
    Rachael Harris and Matt O'Leary in Natural Selection (2011)

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    Matt O'Leary
    Matt O'Leary
    • Raymondas Raymond
    Rachael Harris
    Rachael Harris
    • Lindaas Linda
    John Diehl
    John Diehl
    • Abeas Abe
    Gayland Williams
    Gayland Williams
    • Sheilaas Sheila
    Jon Gries
    Jon Gries
    • Peteras Peter
    Stephanie King
    • Shauniceas Shaunice
    Bernadette Perez
    Bernadette Perez
    • Porno Nunas Porno Nun
    • (as Berna Roberts)
    Drake Dempsey
    • Porno Priestas Porno Priest
    Michael Hyland
    Michael Hyland
    • Handsome Doctoras Handsome Doctor
    Greg Grosh
    • Sperm Clinic Doctoras Sperm Clinic Doctor
    • (as Gregory Grosh)
    Rob Huebel
    Rob Huebel
    • Martinas Martin
    Sam Eidson
    Sam Eidson
    • Homeless Guy #1as Homeless Guy #1
    Salvador Cabral
    • Homeless Guy #2as Homeless Guy #2
    Lauren Nailen
    • Wigwam Clerkas Wigwam Clerk
    Roger Hewitt
    • Old Motel Clerkas Old Motel Clerk
    Hallie Martin
    Hallie Martin
    • White Trash Foxas White Trash Fox
    Rick Appleton
    • Bartenderas Bartender
    Melinda DeKay
    Melinda DeKay
    • Stern Nurseas Stern Nurse
    • Director
      • Robbie Pickering
    • Writer
      • Robbie Pickering
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    Storyline

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    Linda White, a barren Christian housewife, leads a sheltered existence in suburban Texas. Her world is turned upside-down when she discovers that her dying husband, Abe, has a 23-year-old illegitimate son named Raymond living in Florida. Somewhere on the edge of guilt and loneliness, Linda grants Abe's final wish and sets off on a quixotic journey to find Raymond and bring him back before her husband passes away. Along the way, Linda's wonderfully bizarre relationship with Raymond will teach her more about herself than she ever imagined possible and force her to come to terms with her troubled past. —Wiki
    • prayer
    • erection visible through clothing
    • limp penis
    • wife pregnant by another man
    • cheating wife
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    • Taglines
      • Linda White Has Found Her Son. God Help Her.
    • Genres
      • Adventure
      • Comedy
      • Drama
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for sexual content, language, brief graphic nudity, a beating and some drug material
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Before opening credits: "And God said to Onan, 'Thou shall not spill thy seed in vain.' - Genesis 38:9"
    • Goofs
      When Linda asks Raymond in her car if he's in some kind of trouble, the camera cuts away a few times to her reaction, and it's obvious she's reacting to a different actor with a much darker beard.
    • Connections
      Referenced in Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Episode #1.16 (2011)
    • Soundtracks
      Paris, France
      Written and Performed by Blair

      Courtesy of Autumn Tone Records

    User reviews18

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    Great film!
    Wow, I was pleasantly surprised by this film. I wasn't expecting much, and it held my attention and kept me engaged throughout. The characterization is quiet and powerful, and the writing is excellent. Not really predictable at all, which made it refreshing. A great, subtle blend of comedy and drama.

    This is a very strong feature directorial debut for Pickering, who also wrote the film. (He has another film in pre-pro for release next year – I will most definitely make a note to see it). Very textured story, great writing, with lots of great metaphors and offers many poignant critiques of gray areas of culture, religion, and relationships. The acting, editing, and score are also excellent.
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    • farron34
    • Jul 5, 2013

    Details

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    • Release date
      • March 16, 2012 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Blog
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Doğal Ayıklanma
    • Filming locations
      • Austin, Texas, USA
    • Production company
      • Best Medicine Productions
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $55,282
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $10,375
      • Mar 18, 2012
    • Gross worldwide
      • $55,282
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 30 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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