Nickel Boys
2024, drama
140 minutes
Chronicles the powerful friendship between two young Black teenagers navigating the harrowing trials of reform school together in Florida.
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10
2024-10-05
Anchoring the drama are brilliant performances from Ethan Herisse and Brandon Wilson as Elwood and Turner. But even better is Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor playing Nana Hattie. Read more
8.0
2024-12-31
Better than many works by peers and contemporaries, Nickel Boys longs for us to hold dear the bonds of protective brotherhood with a fascinating filmic experience. Read more
8.0
2024-12-20
The daring and unique approach might not resonate with everyone, but I think the risk of trying something new is worth it. It’s one of the most evocative and immersive films I’ve seen this year that leaves me shaken long after the end credits roll. Read more
5.0
2024-12-21
The general slowness of the events provides more time to dwell on the plot and its personas, but it also stretches out what should have been a swifter telling. Read more
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