Boyhood
IFC Films | Release Date: July 11, 2014
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lukechristianscApr 24, 2015
Boyhood was a sensational adventure to watch LL Coltrane grow up on film. But in my opinion: this is not one of the best films i seen in 2014, it could win an Oscar. Writer-director Richard Linklater continues to impress his fans andBoyhood was a sensational adventure to watch LL Coltrane grow up on film. But in my opinion: this is not one of the best films i seen in 2014, it could win an Oscar. Writer-director Richard Linklater continues to impress his fans and critics, but Boyhood is one of Linklater's best films since "Before Midnight" trilogy.This film is 12 year ground breaking cinema. Grade A… Expand
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Potarto72Aug 2, 2015
Boyhood is a film that is far from perfect, and yet will never cease to amaze me with just how smart, lively, and aware the entire production is. Don't look too hard for the meaning; you may miss the subtleties that make the film a trueBoyhood is a film that is far from perfect, and yet will never cease to amaze me with just how smart, lively, and aware the entire production is. Don't look too hard for the meaning; you may miss the subtleties that make the film a true masterpiece. Just like life itself, sometimes its up to you to draw your own conclusion, rather than the film placing all the metaphors there for you.… Expand
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CherryxldApr 11, 2015
Boyhood: 9/10.

Boyhood es una película que se puede decir que relata los aspectos de la vida desde que empieza hasta que termina. Esta película, que tardó en hacerse 12 años (31 días de rodaje) es un film que nos enseña los momentos oBoyhood: 9/10.

Boyhood es una película que se puede decir que relata los aspectos de la vida desde que empieza hasta que termina.

Esta película, que tardó en hacerse 12 años (31 días de rodaje) es un film que nos enseña los momentos o aspectos de la vida de una persona, en este caso la de Bonnie Cross., y que lo hace de una manera satisfactoriamente disfrutable, con buenas interpretaciones y que dejará al público de cierta forma conmovido por la grandeza que posee este fantástico largometraje, que sin dudas contiene una magnífica dirección de Richard Linklater.… Expand
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inaneswineNov 14, 2017
Boyhood is essentially plotless, and does nothing but - quite literally - show you a boy and his family growing up. The different people that enter their lives, the different phases they go through, how their relationships with each other andBoyhood is essentially plotless, and does nothing but - quite literally - show you a boy and his family growing up. The different people that enter their lives, the different phases they go through, how their relationships with each other and other people change, how their many friends and partners come and go throughout the years, and how they plan to achieve their hopes and aspirations for the future. You know, life. This is a very simple story about life. And it's expertly done.… Expand
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zurnzurnFeb 21, 2015
Incredibly overrated. Dull. Pointless. Long. What is going on with movie critics? The earlier parts are a little more interesting, but it loses any potential steam it had about a third of the way in, and then goes on for two more hours.Incredibly overrated. Dull. Pointless. Long. What is going on with movie critics? The earlier parts are a little more interesting, but it loses any potential steam it had about a third of the way in, and then goes on for two more hours. There's one dramatic scene, which doesn't even tie into any kind of overarching plot or theme or development, and one decent performance (Hawke). The technical accomplishment of filming the same actors over 12 years has proved irrelevant, at least in this instance, so really the movie has nothing to offer at all.… Expand
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beycauseFeb 5, 2015
A coisa realmente legal é ver os atores mudando com o passar dos anos. O personagem principal é chato, sem atrativo algum, a história da família não tem nada de interessante. É um filme sem clímax e o final.. nem preciso dizer.
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DCEdmondsJan 21, 2015
"Boyhood" 10 Scale Rating: 5.0 (Mediocre) ...

The Good: I have to admire the ambition. It takes a lot of guts and vision create a film piece by piece over a 12 year span and I have to give Linklater credit there. Overall, the film is well"Boyhood" 10 Scale Rating: 5.0 (Mediocre) ...

The Good: I have to admire the ambition. It takes a lot of guts and vision create a film piece by piece over a 12 year span and I have to give Linklater credit there. Overall, the film is well acted and the characters are at least somewhat interesting. Ethan Hawke turns in the best performance of the film and newcomer Ellar Coltrane improves drastically as the film progresses. At times, "Boyhood" starts to head down a very entertaining path and you can briefly (albeit very briefly) see why it was nominated for Best Picture.

The Bad: But then, once it heads down that path, it does an about face. Time suddenly passes in the film and the previous storyline is an afterthought. At 2:45 the film is also extremely long and it feels it. There are far too many gaps where nothing happens and you feel like you're just watching the life of a regular every day family. Maybe that is the point, but it doesn't make for a very compelling film. Slow moving and with a highly unsatisfactory ending, "Boyhood" might be among the most overrated films of all time.… Expand
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Ali_MarashianMar 9, 2015
By far the year's best movie, an epic, a lovely coming-of-age story an the also the greatest "snubbed" movie of the year.The only thing I can say is that the Academy Award blew up this year(Boyhood, how to train your dragon 2 or the tale ofBy far the year's best movie, an epic, a lovely coming-of-age story an the also the greatest "snubbed" movie of the year.The only thing I can say is that the Academy Award blew up this year(Boyhood, how to train your dragon 2 or the tale of the princess Kaguya, Linklater,...)… Expand
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Movi3R3vi3werMar 10, 2015
A true cinematic achievement, being filmed over the course of 12 years. It gets points just for that but lets forget about the fact that it was filmed over 12 years. Boyhood does have some pretty good acting performances (especially EthanA true cinematic achievement, being filmed over the course of 12 years. It gets points just for that but lets forget about the fact that it was filmed over 12 years. Boyhood does have some pretty good acting performances (especially Ethan Hawke giving a great performance) and does manage to capture what it means to grow up. However I can never see myself watching Boyhood ever again and it does come off as a gimmick movie to win an Oscar.… Expand
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d00mAug 30, 2018
Critics absolutely overrated this. Yes, the 12 years filming span is an interesting idea, but that's it. There is really nothing particularly appealing about this movie, no drama, no plot; I actually caught myself several times whileCritics absolutely overrated this. Yes, the 12 years filming span is an interesting idea, but that's it. There is really nothing particularly appealing about this movie, no drama, no plot; I actually caught myself several times while watching wanting SOMETHING to happen in the scenes that looked perfectly okay, but it never did, every scene in the movie remained as normal and peaceful as it could. Also, 2 hours would have been more than enough for this kind of movie. In summary, it is worth watching as a sort of cinema experiment, but nothing more than that.… Expand
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horizonbtsFeb 25, 2015
Wanted to see the movie as I had read so much about it. I am not sure the script blew me away, but I can see what all the hoopla was about. An incredible way to shoot a movie over the course of 12 years and very true to life itself. We allWanted to see the movie as I had read so much about it. I am not sure the script blew me away, but I can see what all the hoopla was about. An incredible way to shoot a movie over the course of 12 years and very true to life itself. We all can relate if we aren't careful life can pass us by all too quickly! It's amazing how drastic Mason suddenly grows up before your eyes along with the other cast members. Patricia Arquette nailed it being a Mom and portraying her emotions with each difficult moment in being a Mom! A nice journey is to be had by all, as we all have had journey's of our own. Again not a film that we are used to seeing as movie goer's, but one we should all watch and experience. Bravo Mr, Linkletter a nice slice of life for sure!… Expand
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StophJSFeb 8, 2015
This movies was particularly weird for me. We all have friends growing up who we drift apart from. Over the course of this movie, I went from really enjoying spending time with young Mason, to cringing while watching an older Mason who IThis movies was particularly weird for me. We all have friends growing up who we drift apart from. Over the course of this movie, I went from really enjoying spending time with young Mason, to cringing while watching an older Mason who I could never even stand to be in a room with.

Not everyone will have this reaction, but this guy's personality when he gets older is insufferable to the point that I wish I could slap him. As a boy, his experiences are some that any boy/man could relate to. As a young adult, he becomes smug and whiney and almost regressed to a teenage state.

That being said, this was a very ambitious project by Linklater with a lot of really great material early on, and a couple of great performances by Patricia Arquette and Ethan Hawke. During the actual "Boyhood" segment of the movie, I felt like I could watch it all day. From high school on I continued watching because I felt I had to having invested so much time in it.… Expand
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NRNSWApr 3, 2015
After watching this movie, I now understand what all the hype was about. This movie will probably make everyone reflect on how quickly life passes and also on their own experiences of growing up. Patricia Arquette gives a fantasticAfter watching this movie, I now understand what all the hype was about. This movie will probably make everyone reflect on how quickly life passes and also on their own experiences of growing up. Patricia Arquette gives a fantastic performance - the movie is a little long at around 3 hours, but it keeps you engaged long enough (especially because you want to see how all of the actors age over the 12 years). Certainly worth watching.… Expand
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jaketyler813Feb 17, 2015
Boyhood, a 12-year ambition that honestly works. If this movie were to be made within a 1 or 2 year span I truthfully can say it would not have the same impact that it does. A nostalgia filled film following a young boy and his journeyBoyhood, a 12-year ambition that honestly works. If this movie were to be made within a 1 or 2 year span I truthfully can say it would not have the same impact that it does. A nostalgia filled film following a young boy and his journey through boyhood. Engaging to the current teenage generation and empathetically moving to the generations before us that understand what it is like to be a parent and have your child's young years pass by quickly. The maturity and growth of the actors is both phenomenal and honest. It is a true film that manipulates our feelings of longing, love, and growing up. The amount of commitment to these roles and this movie is astonishing and awe-inspiring. Though not the most entertaining of films, it does seem to be one of the most intriguing of films ever made. It is a nostalgic, emotional ride that takes you through life's wonders of growing up: awkwardness, insecurity, first love, puberty, change, and becoming an independent being. All things we go through as a child and as a human being. So prepare yourself, for this honest, understanding, and emotionally driven film.… Expand
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Mollislayer34Feb 18, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very beautiful in its own way. I was able to identify myself with the main character. The movie told about real life and there wasn't too much drama or unexpected life changes. Because the same guy acted the main character for the whole movie, I kind of felt like I knew that guy and I felt little protection of the desire for him. The reason for giving this movie only 7 out of 10 is that it was a bit long and every now and then i felt myself little bored. Probably because I ate all the popcorn at the beginning of the movie lol. But overall, it was a nice package filled with dialogue and funny moments between family. The most memorable moments were the tent tours between father and son spiced with marshmallows and cream crackers.… Expand
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Abuelheiga95Feb 18, 2015
Let me start of by saying, this was my favorite film of 2014. With that said, although I thought the movie was fantastic, it isn't for everyone. Some people may be put off by the film's run time, and it not having a traditional three actLet me start of by saying, this was my favorite film of 2014. With that said, although I thought the movie was fantastic, it isn't for everyone. Some people may be put off by the film's run time, and it not having a traditional three act structure that most other critically acclaimed films have. This is a movie about a boy's life growing up, simple as that.

The acting and the dialogue felt extremely natural, and the film manages to showcase the beauty in he mundane. Some may say the film only gets praise because of its 12 year filming period, but truly, that's just one thing that made the film compelling to watch.… Expand
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EatermanFeb 19, 2015
In my opinion, this was the best film of 2014. The film may have received certain detractors for it's simplicity, and for it's near three hour runtime, but I'd say these worked in the film's favor. Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette of courseIn my opinion, this was the best film of 2014. The film may have received certain detractors for it's simplicity, and for it's near three hour runtime, but I'd say these worked in the film's favor. Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette of course gave some fantastic performances, and Ellar Colltrane did a fairly good job as well playing the protagonist Mason.… Expand
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WellerFeb 23, 2015
It's a shame that the film didn't win Best Picture, though not too surprising. This was a very well made film with good actors, and a natural flow from scene to scene. The 12 year concept may be viewed as a "gimmick" by some individuals, butIt's a shame that the film didn't win Best Picture, though not too surprising. This was a very well made film with good actors, and a natural flow from scene to scene. The 12 year concept may be viewed as a "gimmick" by some individuals, but that would honestly be like saying that the style of filming in Citizen Kane was a "gimmick". The film's concept is part of the appeal, and helps make the film feel more genuine.

All in all, Boyhood was a great film, possibly the best of 2014 in my opinion, although the Oscars would suggest otherwise.… Expand
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ErickMallacoMar 22, 2015
filme e incrivel, maravilhoso!! adorei o filme para mim o melhor filme do ano , assista e veja o quão perfeito e o filme ! Boyhood é a vida em um filme!
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HustlermanFeb 25, 2015
Boyhood as most us likely know, was filmed over a period of 12 years, with about a week each year devoted to filming. The question is, does this movie have any appeal outside of its fascinating filming approach? The answer to that would mostBoyhood as most us likely know, was filmed over a period of 12 years, with about a week each year devoted to filming. The question is, does this movie have any appeal outside of its fascinating filming approach? The answer to that would most definitely be, yes.

Thanks to some great performances by Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette, as well as stellar performances by Ellar Coltrane and Loriel Linklater, Boyhood is a very natural, and enjoyable film to watch, and hits all the right notes for a slice of life film.… Expand
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WittyUsername4Feb 28, 2015
It's not just my favorite movie of 2014, it may be one of my favorite movies period. Part of the movie's charm is of course, attributed to the whole "twelve years" concept, but that's hardly the only thing the movie has going for it. TheIt's not just my favorite movie of 2014, it may be one of my favorite movies period. Part of the movie's charm is of course, attributed to the whole "twelve years" concept, but that's hardly the only thing the movie has going for it. The acting, the dialogue, and the flow of time, are all handled in such a way that feels natural, and almost makes the movie feel like a documentary.… Expand
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dorightMar 3, 2015
For the life of me, I can't fathom why the critics love this so much. Yes; it's uniquely filmed over 12 years. Other than that, it doesn't have much to recommend it unless you enjoy teenage angst. I have male children; I know what theyFor the life of me, I can't fathom why the critics love this so much. Yes; it's uniquely filmed over 12 years. Other than that, it doesn't have much to recommend it unless you enjoy teenage angst. I have male children; I know what they think and do during pre-adolescence, adolescence and post-adolescence. Let's face it, men aren't complicated creatures whether they're children or adults. Watching 2 hours and 46 minutes of it was pure torture. I'm only giving it a 4 because Patricia Arquette and Ethan Hawke are great. Although, I've seen Patricia do better in "Medium". Don't waste your money on this film.… Expand
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Obby360Mar 9, 2015
Universal story, powerful, emotional, gripping. These are the words that came to mind at the end of this film. It's achievement lies not only with the gripping performances, but for what it represents for the future of cinema. It goes beyondUniversal story, powerful, emotional, gripping. These are the words that came to mind at the end of this film. It's achievement lies not only with the gripping performances, but for what it represents for the future of cinema. It goes beyond our expectations and fulfils a most desired wish-it transcends time, it became immortal.
One can find himself trapped within it, long after the movie has ended, because we all have had a moment that relates perfectly to us in the film. For me, it was the launch of the Harry Potter book, yes I was the one kid that staid in line for hours to get a copy of that book!
It deserved more than it has gotten in terms of awards, for it is, at the end of the day, a masterpiece that took 12 years in the making.… Expand
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MattBrady99Mar 10, 2015
12 year's in the making and it paid off.

Boyhood is about the life of Mason as he ages from 5 to 18. This is a movie that started back in the summer 2002. So that mean's you get to see a young Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette, and as12 year's in the making and it paid off.

Boyhood is about the life of Mason as he ages from 5 to 18.

This is a movie that started back in the summer 2002. So that mean's you get to see a young Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette, and as the movie goes along you get to see them age and how much there truly change. Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette and the rest of the cast did a fantastic job as there characters. The writing in the movie is one of the best writing that I have ever seen in a while. Ellar Coltrane the main star of the film started off like child actors normally start off, a bit shallow and just there, but when got the teenager he did got better a acting and he was good in the movie. It's not a re-watchable if I have to be honest. But it's still outstanding film.… Expand
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TopherMMar 28, 2015
I loved the movie, it was ambitious, it was nuanced, and it contained a sense of continuity that wouldn't be able to get any other way! LOVE LOVE LOVE! Also, it was set in Texas, and the parts in Austin were a spot on portrayal of what AustinI loved the movie, it was ambitious, it was nuanced, and it contained a sense of continuity that wouldn't be able to get any other way! LOVE LOVE LOVE! Also, it was set in Texas, and the parts in Austin were a spot on portrayal of what Austin is and is like!… Expand
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splrfulApr 15, 2015
This movie is so different. That's what it is. It's different. It's not the Hollywoodized mumbo jumbo that people fawn over as an escape from their stressful lives or failed dreams. This movie explores stressful lives and failed dreams, soThis movie is so different. That's what it is. It's different. It's not the Hollywoodized mumbo jumbo that people fawn over as an escape from their stressful lives or failed dreams. This movie explores stressful lives and failed dreams, so don't watch it if you're out for an 'escape'. The acting was so real I have trouble convincing myself it's not a true story. It is a true story for so many families around the world. It just resonated so much with me. It's honest, heart wrenching, and real. That's why I loved it. Nothing's hyperbolized or detracted so that it'll be a Hollywood sensation. It's an honest look at a boy's life as he grows up in a less than ideal family situation. It explores what exactly life is, tackles questions like 'What's the point of it all?", and "Is there real magic, like Elves?". It pulled me in completely and by the end I felt like I never wanted it to stop. No movie has ever made me feel the way this one has. It's made me grateful and it's made me want to go out and make a difference in my own little way. Thank you to the actors, producers, and crew of this movie. Thank you to Richard Linklater, for making a difference in the world of film.… Expand
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castlechick87May 16, 2015
This movie got good reviews, obviously, but because of that, I expected more. I admit, this movie was unique because of the time it captured and it was different to see the actual progression of this boy and character. The quality of a goodThis movie got good reviews, obviously, but because of that, I expected more. I admit, this movie was unique because of the time it captured and it was different to see the actual progression of this boy and character. The quality of a good movie makes the viewer feel something, whether it's sadness, shock, fear, when it leaves you wanting more. This movie didn't do that for me. The sister annoyed me in some of her younger scenes and I didn't feel as if there was enough emotion or conflict. Perhaps I missed something others saw, but it's not a movie I would choose to watch again.… Expand
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Epik_NinnjaMay 22, 2015
It's amazing how a movie with virtually no plot can be as good as Boyhood. It's not exciting or suspenseful or anything like that, it's just a good movie. Any male who has grown up (in America) can relate to this movie, especially if they areIt's amazing how a movie with virtually no plot can be as good as Boyhood. It's not exciting or suspenseful or anything like that, it's just a good movie. Any male who has grown up (in America) can relate to this movie, especially if they are around the age of the main character in the film. I recommend this movie to every American male because of how much they can probably relate to the film, whether their lives are anything like his or not (not to say that females can't enjoy it, as it also follows his sister through her childhood and adolescence). It's not a masterpiece or anything but it's still a very enjoyable movie.… Expand
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30CentsJun 21, 2015
Phenomenal and unforgettable, "Boyhood" is a film like no other, and makes it the best film of 2014.

Boyhood took 12 years to make, which makes the film so unique in many ways, this is a movie directed by Richard Linklater, and starsPhenomenal and unforgettable, "Boyhood" is a film like no other, and makes it the best film of 2014.

Boyhood took 12 years to make, which makes the film so unique in many ways, this is a movie directed by Richard Linklater, and stars newcomer Ellar Coltrane, and supporting cast members like Patricia Arquette (who won the best supporting actress Oscar), Ethan Hawke (who was nominated for best supporting actor) and newcomer Lorelei Linklater.

Plot:
The film starts out with Mason Jr. laying down on the ground looking up to the sky, his mother Olivia picks him up from school. Mason Jr. overhears his parents arguing that following evening, he quickly learns that Olivia is moving he and his sister Samantha are moving to Houston so Olivia could attend the University of Houston. From there all the characters slowly age for 12 years, showing each character for approximately 15 minutes each age.

The film shows it had a lot of effort put into it, director Richard Linklater has shown us how childhood could be difficult and to show that it is important to keep up with life. Boyhood proves to be The Godfather of today's film industry, it is easily one of the most thought-out films to date.

Boyhood in my opinion is one of my favorite films of all time, there is always something good about the film, there has been no other film like this one. I very highly recommend watching this one to see how the main character grows up.… Expand
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MoguuJul 16, 2015
In some way I feel like this is the flipside of a coming of age story. Instead of one big event which serves as the turning point, this movie spans the entire childhood/adolescence of a boy's life to roll out a very evenly balanced andIn some way I feel like this is the flipside of a coming of age story. Instead of one big event which serves as the turning point, this movie spans the entire childhood/adolescence of a boy's life to roll out a very evenly balanced and realistic runthrough of this transition from child to adult. My biggest criticism is that I felt like we weren't as closely involved with the main character's life I might have liked. There was a feeling of distance, as if I was viewing the character from afar.… Expand
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The_White_OwlOct 25, 2015
Boyhood movie brings so many psychological life development moments that many people seem to not realize are there. The acting seems to emphasize on it as well. The father and daughter relationship. The mother and son relationship. TheBoyhood movie brings so many psychological life development moments that many people seem to not realize are there. The acting seems to emphasize on it as well. The father and daughter relationship. The mother and son relationship. The favoring of each respectively. The film has so many scenes where micro expression are present. For example: when the professor meets the child of his "favorite student" resulting in a quick micro expression of disappointment which can be seen when the camera shows his expression on the discovery that she is a mother. Since she is an attractive woman. Nonetheless the movie antagonizes everyday life situations, which helps in relating with the characters as well as seeing the plot. It's a movie about life and that life as a boy growing up to be his own identity. I would definitely recommend to any body interested in psychology, body language, and life and development. For a more intellectual audience.… Expand
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inamor417Oct 30, 2015
Intimate and insightful even in its weaker moments, Linklater finds strength and value in normality.

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WatershedDec 27, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The greatest achievement of "Boyhood" lies in its fundamental truth. Not a single moment of those 12 years, compressed into almost 3 hours, feels scripted or, worse, false. It is far more an act of biography that narrative film-making, reconciling the enormity of its scope with the searing intimacy of its storytelling focus.

The central performances - of Ellar Coltrane, Ethan Hawke, Lorelei Linklater and Patricia Arquette - are
warm, empathetic and authentic. Coltrane, in particular, is a captivating presence in the titular role, and manages to transcend the role of an actor giving a performance, instead becoming more of an intimate acquaintance. The deft mix of the triumphs and pitfalls of his coming-of-age are heartfelt and deeply moving. One also cannot ignore Patricia Arquette's understated powerhouse as Coltrane's mother - she captures perfectly the struggles of single parenthood. I saw a lot of my own mother in her and the sacrifices and mistakes that she makes. Arquette provides the film's emotional centerpiece, delivering a wrenching soliloquy towards the end of the film on age and regret that may be one of the definitive film scenes of the decade.

Granted, this is not a perfect film - it lacks momentum, it meanders, it glosses over one or two points, it misses one or two thematic opportunities. But to fixate on those is to ignore the resounding success of Richard Linklater's profound ambition and the breathtaking connection this film makes with its audience and its deserved status as a benchmark in film history.… Expand
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aadityamudharApr 18, 2016
A boy enjoying pictures of women in swimwear with his friends. A boy being devastated after having his mane cut off. A boy debating the necessity of Facebook with his high school girlfriend. In all honesty, Boyhood is a rather apt title forA boy enjoying pictures of women in swimwear with his friends. A boy being devastated after having his mane cut off. A boy debating the necessity of Facebook with his high school girlfriend. In all honesty, Boyhood is a rather apt title for this film. But it could just as well hold the name of another picture currently running in cinemas: Life Itself. That simple yet profound thing is what lies at the core of Richard Linklater’s unique 12-year-spanning story and makes it relatable for everyone, regardless of sex, age group, descent, social status, or character. Linklater lets his audience live through the fun and the pain, the love and the misery, and the excitement and the disappointment of his protagonist Mason with yet another wonderful screenplay in his repertoire and an unspectacular but still extraordinary way of directing. Leaving the cinema, it’s hard to grasp one has just spent the better part of an evening in front of a screen, but at the same time, there’s also a feeling of having relived your own adolescence along with Mason.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeFeb 4, 2016
The highest Metascore on Metacritic history. A score of 100 out of 50 critics is the highest you could get. Boyhood may win #1 at Metacritic's King of Metascores, but I never enjoyed this movie that much. I liked it, but not loved it.
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IzagoOct 14, 2018
Um bom filme que preserva o comum e a realidade das familias, voce o assiste e se entende com o filme em alguns momentos, esse filme é bom, e mostra a vida da familia, que é igual a tantas outras, mas não tem nada demais, é simples. O fato deUm bom filme que preserva o comum e a realidade das familias, voce o assiste e se entende com o filme em alguns momentos, esse filme é bom, e mostra a vida da familia, que é igual a tantas outras, mas não tem nada demais, é simples. O fato de ser gravado em 12 anos é incrivel voce poder ver os atores crianças crescendo, a mãe envelhecendo, mudando e outros personagens que aparecem desde o inicio.… Expand
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RomanKirbyMar 5, 2016
If anyone says this film is bad, they're lying. This is a rare once in a lifetime movie which hits high and not a dull moment. If you only ever watch one movie, let it be this.
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JITB0824Mar 28, 2016
This movie did creatively depict the troubles and experiences of a boys childhood, however it did not interest me in any part of it. I was unable to relate to this film as it was not similar in many ways to my childhood. Despite this, it wasThis movie did creatively depict the troubles and experiences of a boys childhood, however it did not interest me in any part of it. I was unable to relate to this film as it was not similar in many ways to my childhood. Despite this, it was not a very bad film, as it was able to accurately and creatively show how a boy sees his childhood.… Expand
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AlanoseguraMar 28, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Boyhood is one of the most interesting movies i have ever seen.Its very relatable to me because the movie follows a boy going through high school and so am I. Another way boyhood is more different and interesting from other movies is the way Richard Linklater chose to direct this movie over twelve years so they can have the same cast and show the actual actors aging and growing up. All in all it was a very enjoyable film.… Expand
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AlexRossMar 29, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Boyhood is one of the best films I've ever seen. Boyhood is such a great film because it is very relatable to myself. The film follows a boy's life from childhood all the way through his high schools years and that is what I am going through myself. What makes this film so unique and different from other films, is that the director chose to film this movie over the course of 12 years. This allowed the film to be much more accurate in tracking the life of the main character, Mason. The way the director chose to shoot the film, made me realize how much effort and funds were put into this film, and that's why this film is so successful. Apart from those reasons, the film is just really enjoyable. It has a bit of everything. It has humor, romance, drama, and it also mixes in life lessons. Overall, this film is tremendous and I highly recommend watching it.… Expand
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Sceptic90May 1, 2016
I know this is not a bad film. However, is it worth this score? I do not think so. There are tons of movie that can give impression to this degree with much shorter running time.
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Stargirl04May 15, 2016
I really enjoyed this movie and I am glad Patricia Arquette got the Oscar for best supporting actress. The main issue with this movie is that it's not about anything. There doesn't seem to be the usual story formula. The movie wasn't aboutI really enjoyed this movie and I am glad Patricia Arquette got the Oscar for best supporting actress. The main issue with this movie is that it's not about anything. There doesn't seem to be the usual story formula. The movie wasn't about anything basically just followed the life of a boy to college age. still interesting though and really well acted.… Expand
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Muskrat147Jul 11, 2016
Featuring a rare filming method and boasting an ensemble cast, an intelligent and thought provoking plot, impressive direction, and an outstanding lead performance from Ellar Coltrane, Richard Linklater's Boyhood is wonderful in every way imaginable.
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CalibMcBoltsMay 30, 2016
Boyhood is one of those ''love-it'' or ''hate-it'' kind of movies, the critics all adore this film, and the average audience member hates it. Which is understandable, Boyhood is by no means a flawless films (as a LOT of critics claim it toBoyhood is one of those ''love-it'' or ''hate-it'' kind of movies, the critics all adore this film, and the average audience member hates it. Which is understandable, Boyhood is by no means a flawless films (as a LOT of critics claim it to be) but it doesnt deserve all of the immense hate people are giving it either. I'm neither a ''love-it'' or ''hate-it'' kind of guy, i thought it was a good movie that certainly has its moments but i also thought it was a movie that had so much potential and missed a lot of it.
Let's start with the cons of this movie, Boyhood is empty because it lacks content and form. It celebrates the ordinary and mediocrity instead of aiming at something extraordinary. Boyhood is not an entertaining film and the almost 3 hour runtime is probably to blame for it, it certainly has it's moment of wit and compassion but overall i would not call Boyhood an entertaining film, on top of that there isnt really a story, it's more like just the life of someone where things happen, and that's it. It doesnt have a solid premise either.
Next problem, there isnt a single character to whom you feel compassionate to, (except maybe Ethan Hawke's character, he is the stand out) and the film focuses on the life of Mason, a character that has absolutely no interesting characteristics whatsoever. Mason walks through this film as if he was in a coma or half asleep; he has no ambitions. At some point he gets his first kiss, gets interested in photography (the ultimate art form for unimaginative lazy people) during high school, goes to college at which point the film ends.
Before going in i knew this was going to be a movie about ordinary people, in ordinary situations in an ordinary life, which might turn people away from a movie like this very quickly, but not me since i'm a MASSIVE fan of Linklater's other work: The Before Trilogy, a trilogy where nothing happens and where the audience follows ordinary people living their ordinary lives. Sounds boring right? But it certainly isnt, the Before trilogy are all 3 such meticulous, astoundingly acted, brilliantly written pieces of cinema where Linklater celebrates the normality of people's lives instead of going for the flashy razzle dazzle. It sounds boring but it is so incredibly captivating, beautiful and brilliant. and since Boyhood was also about ordinary people i was expecting the same kind of brilliance Linklater had shown the world with the Before trilogy. Linklater is a master at making very uneventful but thought provoking movies, except this one isnt thought provoking.

Now we have the cons out of the way, what are the pros about this 3 hour movie.
The performances are good, with Ethan Hawke as the standout, there are quite some exceptional moments in this movie, but that's all they are, moments, which is a shame, too little to fill the 3 hours. Boyhood captures the normality of life perfectly, something Linklater is exceptional at, only he didn't make it interesting, which he so perfectly did in the Before Trilogy. The fact that it's shot over 12 years shows how ambitious Linklater is, and the fact that he made 8 movies in between those 12 years is quite an achievement too. For a movie like this to work perfectly it would need to have emotional depth throughout the film, Boyhood has that in certain moments, but definitely not throughout the film.

All in all, Boyhood is by no means a masterpiece or a flawless films, which is something critics claim, but it also isnt as terrible as lots of people make it out to be. Boyhood is a stellar cinematic achievement with certainly a lot of great moments, but in the end falls short of greatness by being just a little too structureless and empty.… Expand
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MasterRileySep 13, 2016
Boyhood is a beautiful experience not quite like anything else in film. It tells a unique story of a young boy growing up and becoming a man. It has terrific writing, great performances, great themes and life lessons, and most importantly aBoyhood is a beautiful experience not quite like anything else in film. It tells a unique story of a young boy growing up and becoming a man. It has terrific writing, great performances, great themes and life lessons, and most importantly a realistic outlook on what its like to grow up. I'd recommend this movie to all adolescents.… Expand
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SadovLaxerJul 22, 2016
This is a great movie, but is so slow, i think that is so amazing film a movie during 12 years wih the same main characters. is a great job, but this was a long job 9/10
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mehdieliassJul 23, 2016
So According to Metacritic this film is better than Goodfellas , Inception , Forrest Gump , Shawnshank Redemption ? i think this film is boring , there is allot of boring talk between scenes , the cast was not remarkable
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JP32Jun 17, 2017
For a third or so of the film, its execution is equal to its ambition. It's when the story drifts from the interesting family dynamics to the pointless moping about of a pretentious and unlikeable teenager that the wheels fall off.
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MiqhtAug 14, 2017
Wow. I'm going to throw out the fact that it was filmed for 12 years because it just has so much else going for it. I felt like I was reliving childhood again. From stupid stuff like asking "are elves real?" to the stress of college, itWow. I'm going to throw out the fact that it was filmed for 12 years because it just has so much else going for it. I felt like I was reliving childhood again. From stupid stuff like asking "are elves real?" to the stress of college, it was just life in the flesh. An extremely deep movie with no true message other than that "Life is a **** and everything changes.… Expand
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TargayreanJan 4, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really have no idea why everyone loves this movie. Don't get me wrong it's not awful but there's nothing that really comes in to full bloom- there's no theme, the writing is conversational, realistic but nothing earth shatteringly deep, visually it meanders, the actors only garner a couple of points because they did it for so long, but there was no outstanding performance. It seems more like a documentation of an average young kid in America- far from a audience enchanting story. Claps for Mason for his aggressive averageness. The one redeeming quality comes from Linklater's direction and overall vision for the story and how it sort of lives in this area of downright rejection of cliche and stories that are familiar and relatable. Anyway not bad, but I don't understand how anyone could watch it more than once.… Expand
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MilesEdwardsSep 8, 2016
Films with such critical praise are usually fantastic. But that isn't the case with Boyhood.

Richard Linklater delivers a boring, gimmick of a movie with next to no redeeming qualities. There's a lot of ham fisted scenes: such as theFilms with such critical praise are usually fantastic. But that isn't the case with Boyhood.

Richard Linklater delivers a boring, gimmick of a movie with next to no redeeming qualities.

There's a lot of ham fisted scenes: such as the domestic abuse scene, which felt rushed and on the nose. As someone who's experienced this I can tell you that it's the most generic domestic violence ever put to film.

Another thing wrong with this film is how long and boring it is. The film has nothing that makes you keep watching. The main character, I did not like- I thought he was a bit of an ass and I didn't care about the supporting characters (except Ethan Hawk).

Speaking of Ethan Hawk, he's by far the best part of the film next to the cinematography and shot composition. It's a technically well made film, but it's boring as hell.

If you'd have took about 30 minutes off of the run time, it might have been digestible. But no, it's long, drawn out and pretentious.

Linklaters director is noting to get hype about its fine. Nothing worse nothing more.

The script was okay but could feel a bit cheesy at times.

Overall this is a boring, unmemorable and unrewarding experience that doesn't deserve most of the praise it's getting.… Expand
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TheArchetypesSep 9, 2016
A boy enjoying pictures of women in swimwear with his friends. A boy being devastated after having his mane cut off. A boy debating the necessity of Facebook with his high school girlfriend. In all honesty, Boyhood is a rather apt title forA boy enjoying pictures of women in swimwear with his friends. A boy being devastated after having his mane cut off. A boy debating the necessity of Facebook with his high school girlfriend. In all honesty, Boyhood is a rather apt title for this film. But it could just as well hold the name of another picture currently running in cinemas: Life Itself. That simple yet profound thing is what lies at the core of Richard Linklater’s unique 12-year-spanning story and makes it relatable for everyone, regardless of sex, age group, descent, social status, or character. Linklater lets his audience live through the fun and the pain, the love and the misery, and the excitement and the disappointment of his protagonist Mason with yet another wonderful screenplay in his repertoire and an unspectacular but still extraordinary way of directing. Leaving the cinema, it’s hard to grasp one has just spent the better part of an evening in front of a screen, but at the same time, there’s also a feeling of having relived your own adolescence along with Mason.… Expand
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maAssassinMay 5, 2017
A man's life.. All this years.. Just passing away front of your eyes.. Really nice movie. But not very very VERY good. shortly ; cool movie. but pls do not exaggerate this movie. Have fun!
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pedropereiraMay 21, 2019
A truly amazing movie. From childhood to college... and the fact that they took 12 years to film it? stuning!
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KarlisKoolAug 8, 2017
Personally i don't think that this deserves a full 100/100 % it wasn't the worst but wasn't great. The idea is great but I don't think that it successfully succeeded. It definitely was good just not great.
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mixoticJul 19, 2018
This is truly an achievement in filmmaking, and one of the most impressive films of the last two decades. It's also a very 'real' story that explores themes most of us encounter at some point during our adolescence.

Should have won BestThis is truly an achievement in filmmaking, and one of the most impressive films of the last two decades. It's also a very 'real' story that explores themes most of us encounter at some point during our adolescence.

Should have won Best Picture, rather than another self-indulgent piece of work that only explores experiences that Hollywood actors have.… Expand
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JLuis_001Sep 6, 2017
In overall in my opinion Boyhood is far from being the masterpiece that many critics have expressed that it is, but what it turns out to be is an excellent, brave, experimental and very well made film, the only problem is that it is not aIn overall in my opinion Boyhood is far from being the masterpiece that many critics have expressed that it is, but what it turns out to be is an excellent, brave, experimental and very well made film, the only problem is that it is not a conventional film, nor can it be described as such, since its context and creation is not equivalent to what a normal film turns out to be from its basic conception.

At the end of the day, onself's opinion will get your own conclusions about the film, what I can emphasize is that I highly recommend Boyhood, I highly recommend that you go and see a film tremendously different from what you are accustomed to.… Expand
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evansideasSep 11, 2017
While it may be cliche to say this is my top 5, it's a fantastic representation of a life. And frankly, using the long timeframe allowed for character development beyond what linker could have expected. I would offer further insight, butWhile it may be cliche to say this is my top 5, it's a fantastic representation of a life. And frankly, using the long timeframe allowed for character development beyond what linker could have expected. I would offer further insight, but re-editing is not allowed on metacritic.… Expand
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nielsnableJan 5, 2018
There's nothing really special about Boyhood aside from Patricia Arquette's spectacular performance as a struggling middle-class parent, the fact that it was filmed for more than a decade, and being 30 minutes too long. You may find yourselfThere's nothing really special about Boyhood aside from Patricia Arquette's spectacular performance as a struggling middle-class parent, the fact that it was filmed for more than a decade, and being 30 minutes too long. You may find yourself dozing off at random times throughout the movie.… Expand
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KingCrasherJan 10, 2018
A very interesting movie concept that works beautifully to create a pleasurable watch. The characters are enchanting and the progression and general feeling of the film is very cute. An excellent cast and a highly respectable piece of film making.
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o_retyJun 17, 2019
It has its uniqueness thing going. That's for sure. But then you realize part of it is its lack of real drama and proper plot. Still, when it hits, it hits true and it just strikes you how coherent and well thought it all is. Great attentionIt has its uniqueness thing going. That's for sure. But then you realize part of it is its lack of real drama and proper plot. Still, when it hits, it hits true and it just strikes you how coherent and well thought it all is. Great attention to detail. It's not boring even though it's long and it's not superficial like most of European artsy stuff. Linklater never disappoints… Expand
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MahmusAug 22, 2019
The film is so simple in its concept and execution that you almost forget you're watching a movie and just relax and live alnongside its characters.
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LucasTSSep 23, 2019
Filmed over 12 years with the same cast, Richard Linklater's Boyhood is a groundbreaking story of growing up as seen through the eyes of a child named Mason (Ellar Coltrane), who literally grows up on screen before our eyes. Starring EthanFilmed over 12 years with the same cast, Richard Linklater's Boyhood is a groundbreaking story of growing up as seen through the eyes of a child named Mason (Ellar Coltrane), who literally grows up on screen before our eyes. Starring Ethan Hawke and Patricia Arquette as Mason's parents and newcomer Lorelei Linklater as his sister Samantha,… Expand
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benmgarc2Sep 29, 2019
Incredibly risky production and truly relatable to the lives of everyone I know.
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notor12Jan 2, 2020
I think this might be the most overrated movie of all time.

Metacritic has it in their top 5 of all movies ever by critic score. If you've watched it, it should be clear that, while not a terrible movie, it is certainly nowhere close to aI think this might be the most overrated movie of all time.

Metacritic has it in their top 5 of all movies ever by critic score. If you've watched it, it should be clear that, while not a terrible movie, it is certainly nowhere close to a top 5 movie of all time.

Certainly filming the same children for 12 years is a neat gimmick.....But its still a gimmick. The rest of the film surrounding that gimmick is really nothing all that special. The acting is okay. Cinematography is pedestrian. The screenplay is pedestrian. The story of growing up presented here itself is not very compelling. Sorry to say but the child actors here really were very bad at acting (not that that could have been foreseen when they started). The only really neat or special part of this movie is watching the children age as the film progresses, which does not by itself make it deserving of a perfect score for film-making all time. Because that's just a gimmick, not a complete film. I thought the evolution of Ethan Hawke's character was the most interesting part of the film, but everyone else was pretty boring. It is worth watching, but come on this is not one of the best movies of all time.… Expand
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ericrendeiroNov 24, 2019
Twelve years of making this movie; twelve years of pacience to wait; twelve years of perfection.
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PierceMNov 21, 2019
I was so excited to see this film! I wanted to give this movie a good review, but it just really falls flat. I remember sitting down and watching it all the way through with high hopes and I came out with nothing but disappointment. TheI was so excited to see this film! I wanted to give this movie a good review, but it just really falls flat. I remember sitting down and watching it all the way through with high hopes and I came out with nothing but disappointment. The protagonist is an ass-hat, his mother is naive and allows herself to enter abusive relationships, and the film just drags on endlessly. It is filled to the brim with horrible dialogue and very mediocre acting! The critics must have been payed off because this film is so far from a 100! **** Boyhood! It really is not a good film!… Expand
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BukyxJan 13, 2020
Retrata de manera maravillosa 12 años de una infancia muy semejante a la de la mayoria de personas anglosajonas
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ShoaibRahamanDec 1, 2020
On rare occasions, a movie seems to channel the flow of real life. Boyhood is one of those occasions. In its ambition, which is matched by its execution, Richard Linklater's endearing epic is not only rare but unique.
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mnemosyneMay 18, 2020
"We always thought we could hold the time, but in the end it was the time that held us"
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del_kyJun 20, 2020
Great movie, effort was worth it. Also soundtrack is amazing had to look it up after finishing the movie!
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bullettimetailOct 25, 2020
This is absolutely not mediocre. This movie is fantastic. Boyhood is a journey of a boy and his family. wonderful
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alokhereMay 14, 2021
its kind of filled with emptiness and as words describe itself in it hard skined life when not much to see ahead its get boring.
a growing man getting advice from all the people who are shaping his world which is not quite good because heits kind of filled with emptiness and as words describe itself in it hard skined life when not much to see ahead its get boring.
a growing man getting advice from all the people who are shaping his world which is not quite good because he wants freedom to get his own experience and all that… Expand
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Simon-JJul 14, 2021
I don't mind thoughtful, slow-paced films, honestly, I don't. I love a lot of them.

But this film.

I just........don't......get it!!! It left me cold!
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fletchicutionAug 27, 2021
The idea behind this film was a fantastic one. It sought to do what no previous film had ever attempted, that being filming the actors over several years as they grew rather than trying to cast others who looked similar at various ages. ThatThe idea behind this film was a fantastic one. It sought to do what no previous film had ever attempted, that being filming the actors over several years as they grew rather than trying to cast others who looked similar at various ages. That in and of itself is a remarkable feat. However, like many films that try to accurately emulate what real life is like, this story didn't have much of a plot. It is understandably difficult to have an overarching theme when trying portray the life and struggles of an adolescent boy. That is perhaps why this particular film seemed to wander significantly. There were a couple of really good scenes and a few powerful lessons that one could take away from this motion picture, but simply good scenes, unfortunately, do not make a good movie.… Expand
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NickTheCritickApr 17, 2022
This film is one of the most successful cinematographic experiments ever and certainly the most successful of the last 20 years. A film characterized by unique delicacy and refinement. It is the narrative arc of each individual character thatThis film is one of the most successful cinematographic experiments ever and certainly the most successful of the last 20 years. A film characterized by unique delicacy and refinement. It is the narrative arc of each individual character that creates the whole story and the result is astounding. A wonderful direction, a montage of the same level and a cinematography of great depth for this indisputable masterpiece.… Expand
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Row-z05Dec 23, 2022
One of the best movies I have ever watched. It really makes you feel like you are growing up with the Characters.
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JoshuaKirbsJan 20, 2022
this was one of the most overhyped films iv ever seen. this is such a slow, boring, not that well-acted mess of a film. the concept of a movie taking 12+ years is super interesting but in execution, it's not that fun of a watch, Ellarthis was one of the most overhyped films iv ever seen. this is such a slow, boring, not that well-acted mess of a film. the concept of a movie taking 12+ years is super interesting but in execution, it's not that fun of a watch, Ellar Coltrane whiles yes was literally a boy growing into a man, his acting skills don't feel well developed throughout the movie and it becomes monotonous and annoying to watch and this basically goes for the rest of the cast. again the best way to sum this film up is that its a really cool idea but isn't a good movie… Expand
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thegodofcriticsMay 2, 2022
An Amazing, elaborated description of how the life , and the years passing process in a boy and the different phases in the ones he is immersed in this movie is legendary and it is relatable to most youngmen and gives a mix of sadness, humor,An Amazing, elaborated description of how the life , and the years passing process in a boy and the different phases in the ones he is immersed in this movie is legendary and it is relatable to most youngmen and gives a mix of sadness, humor, and nostalgia really shows reality, great script, and great actors. This being the reason why this experience called boyhood is enjoyable as this movie only is.… Expand
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9jonnywyomingSep 8, 2022
Not as great as many american critics made out to be, but it's a good coming of age movie for sure.
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NdrwdvdbrsnOct 9, 2022
Richard Linklater's epic coming-of-age film, Boyhood, is an incredible film. Expertly directed, written, and edited. This movie teaches you not to live your life as a series of milestones, but to remember the little things, the good and theRichard Linklater's epic coming-of-age film, Boyhood, is an incredible film. Expertly directed, written, and edited. This movie teaches you not to live your life as a series of milestones, but to remember the little things, the good and the bad. Strangely, the characters I found myself focusing on more than the main character, were his parents, Mason Evans, Sr.(Ethan Hawke), and Olivia Evans (brilliantly played by Patricia Arquette).… Expand
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Dominik08Aug 15, 2023
A brilliant, visionary idea that is based on truth, so it mixes everything in life: humor, sadness, bitterness and joy, as well as stupid women. Still, it's definitely not among the best movies ever made.
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