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86 out of 100

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8.6 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 35 Ratings

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  • Starring: Chloë Sevigny, Hilary Swank
  • Summary: Based on a true story, Brandon Teena (Swank) is the popular new "guy" in a tiny Nebraska town and falls in love with local girl Lana (Sevigny). When it is revealed that Brandon is actually a woman, Lana's family and friends put Brandon's life in jeopardy.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Roger Ebert
    100
    One of the best films of the year.
  2. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Jay Carr
    100
    "In Cold Blood," "Badlands," "The Executioner's Song," and now, joining those grisly milestones on the heartland hit list, and every bit their equal, is Boys Don't Cry.
  3. Time
    Reviewed by: Elizabeth L. Bland
    40
    The movie lets down the material. It's to cool: all attitude, no sizzle.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. snoopyw.
    10
    Un tres beau film a voir absolument !!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  2. DeneL.
    10
    This movie is truly amazing, sad, and a true tear-jerker. It was well made and even though it didn't stay true to the real Teena Brandon, Swank acting was great.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. Bones
    10
    The film's greatest highlights are probably the acting performances. The performances by Hilary Swank & Chloe are unforgettable and terrific. although the movie looks horribly cheap, it has a well-written script and set to be one of the best movies of 1999.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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