Beautiful Boy

Synopsis

Based on the best-selling memoirs by David Sheff and his son Nic Sheff, Beautiful Boy tells the heartbreaking and inspiring story of a father struggling to help his son overcome drug addiction. Steve Carell delivers a powerful performance as David Sheff, a loving father who faces the difficult reality of watching his son, portrayed by Timothée Chalamet, spiral into the depths of addiction. As David navigates through his son's struggles, he grapples with his own feelings of guilt, helplessness, and unconditional love. Beautiful Boy is a poignant portrayal of the complexities of addiction, family bonds, and the relentless journey towards recovery.

Cast

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  Steve Carell

  David Sheff

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  Timothée Chalamet

  Nic Sheff

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  Maura Tierney

  Karen Barbour

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  Amy Ryan

  Vicki Sheff

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  Christian Convery

  Jasper Sheff

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  Oakley Bull

  Daisy Sheff

Reviews

Beautiful Boy has garnered mixed reviews from critics but has been praised for its raw and emotional portrayal of addiction and its impact on families. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 68%, with critics calling it 'heartbreaking' and 'gut-wrenching'. IMDb rated the movie 7.4/10, highlighting the stellar performances of the lead actors and the film's emotional depth. Metacritic gave it a score of 62/100, with reviewers applauding the film's authenticity and its ability to convey the devastating effects of addiction. While some critics found the pacing slow, the majority agreed that Beautiful Boy is a powerful and moving story that sheds light on the harsh realities of addiction.