

Boy Genius
A twelve year-old child prodigy teams up with a quirky retiree to solve a crime and save his family from splitting up.
Insights
Plot Summary
A gifted 11-year-old boy, dissatisfied with his life and his parents' neglect, decides to leave home and start his own life in the adult world. He navigates through various challenges and encounters with different people, all while grappling with his own precociousness and the realities of adulthood. His journey is a quirky and often humorous exploration of growing up too fast and the search for belonging.
Critical Reception
Boy Genius received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its unique premise and the performance of its young lead, while others found its execution to be uneven and its tone inconsistent. Audience reception was also divided, with some appreciating its quirky charm and others finding it underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious and original concept.
- Miles J. Kroll's performance as the young protagonist is a standout.
- The film's pacing and narrative cohesion were points of criticism for some.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their summary is not readily available for this title.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Anya Remz, was quite young herself when she developed the script, drawing on her own observations and unique perspective.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources