Set in on the rural east coast of New Zealand, the story follows an 11-year-old boy simply known as "Boy" (James Rolleston).
Report: Boy (2010) Boy is a critically acclaimed New Zealand comedy-drama written, directed by, and starring . Set in 1984, the film is a poignant coming-of-age story that explores the complex relationship between a young Māori boy and his estranged father. Overview and Plot Summary Boy (2010)
: Features prominent New Zealand artists like The Phoenix Foundation and includes cultural staples like "Poi E" by the Patea Māori Club. Key Themes and Motifs The Unrelenting Optimism of Taika Waititi's 'Boy' (2010) Set in on the rural east coast of
: Shot on location in Waihau Bay , Waititi used his own childhood home and grandmother’s house as sets to maintain authenticity. Overview and Plot Summary : Features prominent New
: When his father unexpectedly returns after years in prison, Boy is thrilled, only to realize that Alamein is actually an incompetent "hoodlum" who has returned solely to find a bag of money he buried years ago.
: The film was written and directed by Taika Waititi , who also portrayed the father, Alamein.
: Boy lives on a farm with his younger brother Rocky, several cousins, and their grandmother.