Nickel Boys

Based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Colson Whitehead, NICKEL BOYS is a powerful tale of friendship between two young African American men who navigate a cruel reform school during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. Director RaMell Ross brings an impressionistic and bold style to this film, with a story told in alternating perspectives and first person points of view. Featuring outstanding performances.

Director RaMell Ross

Cast Ethan Herisse, Brandon Wilson, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor

Country USA

Language English

Aspect 1.37

Review by David Ehrlich, IndieWire ››

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