Based on a true story, "Boys Don't Cry" is a beautifully made, superbly acted, sensitive and poignant film about a girl (Teena Brandon) who has a gender identity crisis and feels she is a boy (Brandon). Set in small town America her need to express herself as a man means she can never be known as once being a woman. Brandon falls in love, and makes friends with the local boys. However it isn't long before his true identity is uncovered.
Hilary swank's performance in this film is exceptional, So believable is her portrayal of Brandon, that it is actually hard to initially imagine that she is in fact a woman. The conclusion to this film is harrowing and very moving. As hard as it may be to watch, it is intended to be that disturbing in order to make the audience think.
The wonderful aspect of this film is that the moral lesson that is given to the audience isn't inflicted upon them in a preachy or patronising way. It simply makes you think and question watch you see. I highly recommend this film to anyone who wants to see brilliant acting, fantastic cinematography and a excellent storyline.
Hilary swank's performance in this film is exceptional, So believable is her portrayal of Brandon, that it is actually hard to initially imagine that she is in fact a woman. The conclusion to this film is harrowing and very moving. As hard as it may be to watch, it is intended to be that disturbing in order to make the audience think.
The wonderful aspect of this film is that the moral lesson that is given to the audience isn't inflicted upon them in a preachy or patronising way. It simply makes you think and question watch you see. I highly recommend this film to anyone who wants to see brilliant acting, fantastic cinematography and a excellent storyline.