Boy 2010
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What is Boy?
Boy is a film first released in 2010. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 25, 2010
- Studios
- New Zealand Film Commission, Unison Films, Whenua Films
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.3/10
- Episode runtime
- ~88 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- New Zealand Film Commission, Unison Films, Whenua Films
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Overview
Boy is a film first released in 2010. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by New Zealand Film Commission, Unison Films, Whenua Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“An 11-year-old fan meets his long-absent father in a quirky 1980s New Zealand tale.”
- Captures 1984 New Zealand atmosphere
- Blend of humor and heartfelt moments
- Strong central performance by the young lead
- Cultural references may feel dated to some viewers
- Pacing varies throughout the film
Watch it if you enjoy offbeat coming-of-age stories with a nostalgic 80s backdrop.
The film contains mild language and themes of family conflict, suitable for older children and adults.
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Frequently asked questions
When and where does the story take place?
It is set on the east coast of New Zealand in 1984.
How old is the main character?
He is 11 years old.
What is a major interest of the protagonist?
He is a devout Michael Jackson fan.
Why does the father return to the town?
He comes back looking for a bag of money he buried years earlier.
Is the film based on real events?
The synopsis does not indicate it is based on true events; it is presented as a fictional story.
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