What is Boys?
Task: Write a factual overview of the film "Boys" (2003). Constraints: Use only provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2003
- Release date
- Aug 29, 2003
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy, Romance
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- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10
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Task: Write a factual overview of the film "Boys" (2003).
Constraints: Use only provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES. No invented details. No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points. Neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Word count: 150-190 words.
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Title: Boys
Year: 2003
Release Date (India): 08/29/2003
Language: Indian Tamil-language
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Romance, Coming-of-age, Musical
Director: Shankar (Shankar Shanmugham)
Cast: Siddharth, Bharath (Bharath Srinivasan), S. Thaman (credited as Sai), Manikandan, Nakkhul, Genelia (credited as Harini, in her debut).
Plot: The story centers on six youngsters (five boys and a girl from different families) who experience the downfalls of teenage life. They are youthful, vibrant, and careless, violating conventions, and in the process, they discover their hidden talents. The film conveys a message about the importance of a good education and career over other distractions, such as romance and sex.
Runtime: 2h 52m
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Boys is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language coming-of-age musical film directed by Shankar, also known as Shankar Shanmugham. Released in India on August 29, 2003, the film is categorized under the genres of drama, comedy, and romance
Should you watch it?
“Six teens navigate hardships while learning the value of education over distractions.”
- Explores teenage challenges
- Emphasizes education and future goals
- Blend of drama, comedy, and romance
- Long runtime may feel slow
- Moral message can feel didactic
Watch it if you enjoy heartfelt teen dramas that stress personal growth and future aspirations.
Suitable for mature teens and adults; contains themes of romance, sex, and teenage struggles.
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What is the main message of the film?
The film conveys that a good education and career are more important than distractions like romance and sex.
How many central characters are there?
The story centers on six youngsters.
Which genres does the film combine?
It blends drama, comedy, and romance.
When was the film released?
It was released on August 29, 2003 in India.
What is the film’s runtime?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes.
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