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Honey Boy
2019 94 min United States of America R 18+
★7.5
Drama
Director: Alma Har'el
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Description
The story of a child star attempting to mend his relationship with his law-breaking, alcohol-abusing father over the course of a decade, loosely based on Shia LaBeouf’s life.
Budget:
$3.5M
US Gross:
$3.01M
Worldwide:
$3.4M
Starring
Shia LaBeouf
Actor
Lucas Hedges
Actor
Noah Jupe
Actor
Awards
Sundance Film Festival 2019
— Special Jury Prize (Drama)
Key opinion
Honey Boy is widely regarded as a deeply personal and therapeutic exploration of childhood trauma and parental abuse. Critics and audiences praise the film for its raw emotional authenticity, standout performances, and Alma Har'el's masterful direction.
| Acting | Shia LaBeouf delivers a powerful, career-defining performance that serves as both a cathartic exercise and a poignant exploration of his own history. | |
| Direction | Alma Har'el provides a distinct, beautiful, and fluid directorial vision that allows for moments of quiet, meditative reflection. | |
| Acting | Noah Jupe stands out as an exceptionally talented young performer capable of anchoring the film's most difficult scenes. | |
| Screenplay | The script succeeds as a non-formulaic, therapeutic examination of the complex bond between an abusive, damaged father and his son. | |
| Pacing | The film's slow, meditative pace rewards viewers who engage with its contemplative nature, though some find the narrative experience heavy and repetitive. |