Boyhood (2014): A Three-Part Response
In which I think through Richard Linklater's movie "Boyhood" by interviewing my 7-year-old self, my 15-year-old self, and my 20-year-old self...
Here’s a four-part post on Richard Linklater’s movie Boyhood:
- In which I interview my 7-year-old self, my 14-year-old self, and my 20-year-old self... and it turns into a tense and uncomfortable conversation about our differing perspectives.
- Some reflections on just how meaningful this movie can be for us right now.
- What some of my favorite film reviewers are saying about Boyhood
- Deleted Scene: A letter to that 7-year-old version of me
Jeffrey Today: So, guys... you’ve just seen Boyhood. Before we get started, do you have any questions?
Little Jeff (7 years old): How did that kid get older while we were watching the movie?
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