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Movie

Boyhood(2014)

Drama
Directed by Richard Linklater
Runtime 165 min
Written by Richard Linklater
IMDb7.5/10

Synopsis

The film tells a story of a divorced couple trying to raise their young son. The story follows the boy for twelve years, from first grade at age 6 through 12th grade at age 17-18, and examines his relationship with his parents as he grows.

Cast

Ellar ColtranePatricia ArquetteEthan HawkeLorelei LinklaterLibby VillariMarco PerellaBrad HawkinsJamie Howard

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