Little Boy
Little Boy

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Little Boy

2019
Movie
10 min
English

Reese meets with his sister Shelley reluctant to reveal his greatest secret. Shelley reassures him that fear is not a sign a weakness.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes21%
Metacritic25/100
Google Users82%
Director: Jorge Ramírez SuárezGenres: Drama, Family, War

Plot Summary

Set during World War II, "Little Boy" tells the story of an imaginative and kind-hearted eight-year-old boy named Pepper Busbee. Believing in his father's teachings about faith, Pepper embarks on a remarkable journey of belief and perseverance to bring his father home from the war. His unwavering faith is tested as he faces the prejudice and hatred of his community.

Critical Reception

"Little Boy" received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its emotional sincerity and themes of faith, while others criticized its heavy-handed message and uneven pacing. Audiences, particularly those aligned with its religious themes, often responded more favorably.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartfelt message and the performance of its young lead.

  • Criticized for its overtly religious tone and simplistic portrayal of complex issues.

  • Some found the narrative slow and the execution sentimental.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's inspirational and faith-based message, finding it moving and uplifting. Many enjoyed the story's focus on hope and perseverance, though some noted it might be too overtly religious for some viewers.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by an independent production company, "Veritas Entertainment," which focuses on faith-based films.

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