Review:

Boys Don't Cry (1999)

overall review score: 4.2
score is between 0 and 5
Boys Don't Cry is a 1999 American biographical film about the life of Brandon Teena, a transgender man who was brutally raped and murdered in real life.

Key Features

  • Biographical film
  • Transgender identity
  • Violent crime

Pros

  • Powerful and emotional storytelling
  • Incredible performances by the cast

Cons

  • Graphic depictions of violence may be triggering for some viewers

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