Boyhood Review (2014)

Boyhood

  Most people, myself included, dismissed Boyhood as a gimmick movie that people only payed attention to because of the time span used to shoot it. After all, anyone can admit, watching the same little boy grow through the film into an adult in college is quite a spectacular thing to see. However, this movie was more than just a cool gimmick. It was actually really beautiful and intimate. 

  Before I say anything else, I want to say that this movie isn't for everyone. It's almost 3 hours long and the story is completely character driven. If you are going to watch this, you'll need patience. 

  What I really liked about this film was the nostalgic moments of my childhood that I felt while watching Mason (played by Ellar Coltrane) grow up. The cast was really strong and natural, especially Ethan Hawk and Patricia Arquette. 

  Boyhood really captures the essence of childhood and the angst of growing up in a way that everyone can relate to. It is not only an achievement in cinema for Richard Linklater, but it's also a moving story for those with the required patience to watch it. 4 out of 5 stars. (It's Great)