The Last Boy

I enjoyed the film. There were some moments where it missed the mark but overall it is kind of fasinating. I only thought afterwards that there was nothing in it that wasn't okay for for our kids to watch. We have a seven and eight year old. Can't think of another post apocalyptic film that you can watch with young children and they were mesmerised! Word of warning though expect never ending questions most of which you won't be able to answer. I ended up putting the movie on again for them and managed to get an hour and a half of peace and quiet before it all started again. There are a few moments which I would advise parents of very young children to be around for - when the wind attacks the priest was a little scary for them but only the first time. They did get upset as well but only when a certain something happens to a certain someone. But all smiles again at the end. I would expect this kind of film to come from a studio like Disney. For some reason it reminded me of the eighties science fiction film The Black Hole. No idea why. Anyway, they're both watching it again and my wife has been tasked with searching for a rucksack like Lillys for our daughter. I give it an 8.

I love independent movies especially those brave enough to try something new and make it work. The Last Boy is one of those movies. A hidden gem. A mini odyssey that will stand the test of time and is pitched just right. I was pulled in straight away and compelled to stay the course. The casting is excellent, the performances nuanced and the ending is something you won't have seen before. You might come out this film scratching your head. You might come out not liking it. Maybe even angry. But If you come out of the end of this film feeling nothing in your heart then there is something very wrong with you.

I wish it had a bigger budget, but not bad at all. The story was interesting to watch and the acting was good.

Pretty good post apocalytptic yarn, not sure I saw into it as deeply as some but nice twist on on the genre and nice action as well. 8/10

Would have been better without the social commentary about what the director feels about priests. Otherwise it had the makings of an interesting story.