The film depicts the events surrounding the kidnapping and the subsequent wrongful arrest of Christine Collins, who was falsely accused of murdering her son.
Here's the final outcome of the real-life events, as depicted in the movie:
* Walter Collins was never found: Despite a relentless search, Walter's disappearance remains a mystery to this day.
* Christine Collins was exonerated: After a long and arduous struggle, Christine was eventually released from prison, and the authorities acknowledged their error.
* The boy who claimed to be Walter Collins was a fraud: The boy who was presented to Christine as her son turned out to be an imposter, and his true identity was never confirmed.
* The case had a lasting impact on the community: The "Changeling" case brought to light the failures and shortcomings of the Los Angeles Police Department at the time and raised concerns about the treatment of women and vulnerable people.
While the film takes some dramatic license with certain details, it accurately portrays the core elements of the story and the injustice faced by Christine Collins. It is a powerful and moving tribute to her resilience and determination in the face of immense adversity.