Boy
(2010)
It’s no surprise to me that a waggish tale of a young boy growing up in the 80s has become the highest grossing local film ever. It’s a coming-of-age dramedy with sense of humour that succeeds in becoming more homage than cultural cringe. The real standout is the re-imagined nostalgia from director Taika Cohen’s own childhood - it easily makes up for weaknesses in the story and some of the acting performances.
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Director:
Taika Cohen
Genres:
Comedy | Drama
Languages:
English
Runtime:
87 min
Plot:
It's 1984, and Michael Jackson is king-even in Waihau Bay, New Zealand. Here we meet Boy, an 11-year-old who lives on a farm with his gran... See more » | Add synopsis » (Source: IMDb)
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IMDb Rating:
8.4
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MetaCritic Score:
na
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