Flower Boy

I think this film is a slightly unrealistic view with good intentions. The actions of the victim become predictable ludicrous EG the bullying victim continually transits through a derelict factory where his tormentors hang out... The monologues given from the various actors in the process are over sentimental with whimsicle music designed to elicit emotions... But the manipulation of the viewer is a little bit too obvious. It's not a bad film it's just not great... And lastly its frustrating to watch it and not see the gang get a good hiding... Just a nasty reminder of the the trash that think they rule the UK estates..

I found this film to be such a good portrayal of life today. The actors were brilliant and I found myself gripped from the start. The heart to heart with the teacher scene had me in bits, knowing that he would face persecution for caring.

All in all great little film.

This film brought me right back to being in high school and all the torment and frustration of dealing with bullying and the feeling of helplessness and despair that brings with it. The film deals with the topic brilliantly- making you feel for the characters involved and what they're going through. The characters feel so realistic and you really feel like you know them and I think everyone can relate to the film in their own way, whether it be through their own experience or someone they know.

Everyone needs to watch this film- it's a brilliant portrayal of real life and what it can be like for a lot of people who experience being bullied. It encourages empathy and kindness and consequences of bullying and how that can impact others.

I'm assuming most of the reviews have been written by the cast.

It had more of a look and feel of a school project, than a movie.

The acting is poor from most other than the lead bully & flower boy, who give decent performances.

I thought the soundtrack was good & the ending was rather infuriating - but I understand why it ended that way for impact.

[5/10]

As a teacher in the UK I can vouch for how authentic this film is and given the tiny budget it was brilliantly executed with fantastic actors. It was moving and the end had me gripped and my heart in my stomach. I want all of my students to watch this film. Powerful and important film.