What Maisie Knew (2013)

In the heart of metropolitan New York City, the world of seven-year-old Maisie unfurls, caught in a vortex of adult chaos and selfishness. "What Maisie Knew" is a poignant, contemporary reinterpretation of the classic Henry James novel, penned by Carroll Cartwright and Nancy Doyne. The tale is a labyrinth of familial conflict, a custody war waged between her mother, Suzanna, a fading rockstar, and her father, Beale, a high-profile art dealer, with Maisie unwittingly placed at the epicenter. In their ruthless pursuit of legal advantage, Beale hastily weds Maisie's nanny, Margo, and Suzanna retaliates by marrying Lincoln, a friendly local bartender. Neither Margo nor Lincoln desired to be drafted into this emotional war, but their shared predicament kindles a new empathy. United in their concern for Maisie, they become unlikely comrades, navigating the tempestuous world of Suzanna and Beale's disdain for each other. Maisie, a mere innocent pawn in this complex game of chess, struggles to comprehend the tumultuous adult world unfolding around her. The embittered parents, consumed by their own contempt, view Maisie's custody as another battlefield to conquer, blinded by their disdain for each other. Yet, amidst these battles, they are oblivious to the fact that their precious daughter, Maisie, is the true beacon around which their world should revolve. Teetering on the edge of creating their own makeshift family, the trio of Maisie, Margo, and Lincoln must either succumb to the whims of the combative parents or brace for their fury. "What Maisie Knew" is a captivating exploration of innocence lost and found, a tale that begs the question - in the relentless pursuit of self-interest, who is truly looking out for Maisie?

What Maisie Knew is a drama movie featuring Julianne Moore and directed by David Siegel.

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