Boy A

Went to Vivocity to watch Boy A with Qy and Ys earlier today and it is a really good film.

The show is about a child offender who is released after 14 years in jail. Through another identity, he assimilates back into the society with the help of a fatherly caseworker. Bit by bit, he overcomes his insecurities and his lack of social skills through his friendly colleagues and a new girlfriend.

The story develops at a steady pace while unraveling the innate characters of Phillip and Eric/Jack as well as the heinous crime which was committed prior to their arrest. It serves as a stark contrast to the rather staid but plain-sailing life he has now although the past comes to haunt him when he sleeps at night.

The title role played by Andrew Garfield is pitch perfect as the shy and insecure yet charismatic Jack. The characters in the movie are very well developed and we are able connect emotionally to the different characters.

Nothing will be able to undo the wrong which is committed before. Society is indeed cruel to people with tainted pasts and this movie depicts its unflinching attitude. Heartfelt and riveting with wonderful performances, this bleak film is unsettling and poignant in its themes of forgiveness. Highly recommended.

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