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Nickel Boys Review: A Breathtaking, Unique Film That Will Leave You Stunned
SlashFilmStory by staff@slashfilm.com (Chris Evangelista)
scrn logline
A searing, first-person drama that redefines the limits of cinema and leaves audiences breathless.
beat sheet
- Director Chinonye Chukwu's bold stylistic choices, like the entire film being shot in first-person POV, create an immersive, visceral experience like no other.
- Standout performances from Ashton Sanders and Zainab Jah are earning early Oscar buzz, with critics praising the actors' ability to convey profound emotions through subtle, nuanced work.
call sheet
Chinonye Chukwu, Ashton Sanders, Zainab Jah, Nickel Boys