Good Boys
Good Boys

Good Boys

2005Movie75 minHebrew

Movie follows two young gay hustlers through interwoven stories during a night in Tel Aviv.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users79%
Director: Gene StupnitskyGenres: Comedy, Coming-of-age

Plot Summary

A trio of sixth-grade friends is invited to their first kissing party. To prepare for the event, they embark on an epic journey of misadventures involving a drone, a broken house rule, and an astronomical amount of trouble. Their attempts to learn about kissing quickly devolve into a series of chaotic and hilarious situations as they navigate the perils of pre-teen social life.

Critical Reception

Good Boys received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its humor and the performances of its young cast. Audiences also responded well to the film's raunchy yet surprisingly heartfelt portrayal of childhood friendships and the awkwardness of growing up. It was a commercial success, resonating with viewers who enjoyed its blend of crude jokes and genuine emotion.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its surprisingly innocent take on raunchy humor.
  • The young cast delivers standout performances.
  • Balances crude jokes with genuine heart and friendship themes.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed 'Good Boys,' appreciating its ability to be both outrageously funny and surprisingly sweet. Many found the humor to be effective and relatable to the awkwardness of growing up, with a particular emphasis on the strong chemistry between the lead actors.

Fun Fact

The film's script was recognized on the 2013 Black List, an annual survey of the most-liked unfinished screenplays in Hollywood.

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