Review of December Boys (2007) by Amanda J — 12 Jan 2008

An interesting movie ... not what I was expecting. It was more thought provoking movie than I had expected. Interesting to see Daniel Radcliffe as someone other than Harry Potter.

This review of December Boys (2007) was written by Amanda J on 12 Jan 2008.

December Boys has generally received mixed reviews.

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This is a gorgeous film. It's got this nice childish charm that I liked and it made the film kind of sweet…

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By Sofia J (19) on 16 Aug 2011

This film starts quite slowly, which may put people off, but try to stick with it as it is actually quite a nice movie…

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By Sheila C (309) on 02 Dec 2011

I did only get this movie because of Daniel Radcliffe.I wanted to see if he could pull off a role other than Harry Potter and he did so wonderfully.I…

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By Shari P (30) on 12 Nov 2011

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By Max A (258) on 17 Mar 2011

I got Harry Potter eyes when I saw Daniel Radcliffe's name on the list of cast member, as I was checking in this item at the library…

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By Monica M (287) on 27 May 2012

The ending with the boys grown way up and throwing Maps' ashes was a little corny, I thought, but otherwise it's a really good movie…

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By Brenda V (35) on 19 May 2011

Worth your time, for sure. would've liked a bit more character development…

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By Jimmytancredi (127) on 23 Jul 2011

I spent the movie with a feeling that something would happen that impact, and it did…

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By Elizabeth D (232) on 18 Jan 2012

1 star for the actors' skill, 1 star for the capturing plot, 1 star for the awe-striking setting, 1 star for the unforgettable lessons learned,…

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