Tiger Boy
Tiger Boy

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Tiger Boy

2015
Movie
93 min
Indonesian

While on vacation Kanya encounters a mysterious boy in a forbidden forest whom she names Radja. Several years later, Kanya has grown into a teenager and revisits the villa where she meets Radja and falls in love.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Matteo VivianiGenres: Documentary, Family

Plot Summary

This documentary follows the extraordinary story of a young boy who, after a dramatic incident, finds solace and connection with a tiger. It explores themes of resilience, friendship across species, and the impact of trauma.

Critical Reception

Tiger Boy received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its emotional depth and unique subject matter. While some found the narrative a bit slow, the performances and the underlying message of hope resonated with many.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its touching and unusual premise.

  • Some viewers found the pacing to be uneven.

  • The film's emotional core was widely appreciated.

Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not readily available for this specific film.

Fun Fact

The documentary was filmed over several years to authentically capture the evolving relationship between the boy and the tiger.

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