Review of Boy Erased (2018) by Bhbarry — 11 Nov 2018
> "Boy Erased" is a film dealing with gay conversion therapy and stars Lucas Hedge, Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe. Based on the real life memoir of writer Garred Conley the film was written and directed by Joel Edgerton who also plays one of the "counselors" in the controversial facility.
This is not simply a message film but rather a deep and emotional exploration into the workings of an Arkansas family and the life style choices its members are forced to make. Kudos to Ms. Kidman and Mr.
Crowe for their fine performances but the film really belongs to Lucas Hedge who, although subjugated to supporting roles in "Manchester by the Sea", "Lady Bird" and "3 Billboads in Montana", brings an honest and moving portrayal of a troubled teen seeking asylum and peace in a world not of his making.
I give the film an 8.0 with a reminder that of our 50 states, 34 of them still have not banned this archaic and medieval attempt to change an individual's sexual preference.
This review of Boy Erased (2018) was written by Bhbarry on 11 Nov 2018.
Boy Erased has generally received positive reviews.
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