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The Boys (1998)
Director: Rowan Woods
Cast: David Wenham, Toni Collette, Lynette Curran, John Polson
Runtime86 min
Rating18
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Brett Sprague is a violent and psychopathic man, who is released on parole after serving a sentence for assault. As he returns to his family house and we watch him and his brothers, Stevie and Glenn, for the next 24 hours, it becomes clear this day will not end well.
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The Boys (1998) is a critically acclaimed Australian drama directed by Rowan Woods. The film received positive reviews from critics for its gritty and intense portrayal of a dysfunctional family. While it did not receive major awards recognition, it has earned a strong audience rating of 7.5/10 on IMDb, suggesting it has resonated with viewers.
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Fans of gritty, character-driven dramas will appreciate this tense, unsettling portrait of toxic masculinity directed by Rowan Woods in 1998. Led by standout performances from David Wenham and Toni Collette, The Boys offers an unflinching exploration of family dysfunction and the lingering effects of violence.
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The Boys is a 1998 Australian drama film directed by Rowan Woods. The screenplay by Stephen Sewell is based on the play by Gordon Graham, with Graham influenced by the 1986 murder of Anita Cobby, with the play first performed by Griffin Theatre Company under the direction of Alex Galeazzi.
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