Review of The Houseboy (2007) by Cardo D — 09 Nov 2010

Me gustÃ³. PelÃcula de corte depresivo e independiente.

This review of The Houseboy (2007) was written by Cardo D on 09 Nov 2010.

The Houseboy has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Greg C (624) on 10 Dec 2008

Don't be fooled by the titled, it's not an 'exciting' type film. While the quality of film was low and acting so-so, the story line had substance…

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By David Ray G (363) on 11 Feb 2010

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By James H (4,675) on 08 Jun 2011

Not the cheeriest of films. The acting is pretty good, the story however is a bit bleak. I did stay interested in the film throughout. Well meaning…

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By Alberto M (190) on 15 Jul 2009

The sex scenes are great, maybe too explicit. The storyline is weak, but the actor gives a worthy performance. I liked it…

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By Bryan B (351) on 04 Jan 2009

I applaud this film for trying to explore gay teen depression and suicide. It's often ignored and avoided topic in films…

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By Esthon W (22) on 07 Jul 2009

It could have been a good movie if not for the poor acting and excessive nudities and sex scenes…

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By Bee C (81) on 16 May 2009

Awful, depressing piece of crap that posits itself as a relationship drama but is really just one long slog of misery…

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By Philip N (179) on 06 Oct 2008

SOOOOO BAD. Has a hint of possibility...but that's all...a hint…

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By Dave S (1,448) on 27 Jun 2009

What to say about Houseboy, rather depressing. Are we really supposed to feel sorry for him or just listen. Hhhmmmmm duno…

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By Tim S (2,419) on 20 Mar 2010

I don't get the bad reviews on this movie…

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