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Special Features
- Audio commentary by director Jennifer Venditti and Ryan Gosling
- Video interview with the director
- "Pieces That Don't Fit", a new short by Venditti
Editorial Reviews
Director Jennifer Venditti presents this acclaimed documentary that introduces you to Billy, an articulate 15-year-old dealing with high school life in rural Maine. Misunderstood by his peers, he spends his time enjoying heavy metal music, doing karate and watching slasher flicks. What results is a compelling portrait of teenage life viewed from the perspective of a social outsider. 85 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; bonus short; interview; theatrical trailer.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I first came across this film when I saw it linked to Ryan Gosling's name. I love his work and was disappointed at first when I slowly figured out that he isn't in it. (Only the commentary, which, by the way, was beautiful). When Amazon first listed this film for "pre-sale" it didn't have as much description, etc. explaining what it was. My initial disappointment quickly wore off as I began to get more and more into Billy's story. He's a strong, beautiful, poetic kid doing the best he can in a world that isn't always kind. I think everyone can probably relate in some way to Billy. He try's real hard and always wants to be on the side of good. What struck me more than anything else, was his MOM. She's like GOD incarnate or something. She's been there for him every step of the way guiding, nurturing, protecting, defending, LOVING!!! It's a powerful film that shouldn't be missed. (And, I probably would have missed it, if it hadn't been linked to Ryan's name.) It's a beautiful story about two challenging lives and the HUGE amount of love that intertwines them. If there were more mom's like Penny, we'd see a completely different world!!! Peace, LOVE, and all good things, L.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Easily one of the best documentaries I've seen in a long time. A great, quiet little film about an amazingly complex, intelligent, unique young man. Fantastic!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I happened across the trailer for this movie on the apple trailer website, and it looked really interesting. On a whim I picked up the dvd when I saw a deal. My wife and I watched it and I have to say that this movie is one of my favorite films. The awkwardness of being a teenager has never been so vividly, humorously and at the same time heartbreakingly shown. The director obviously went to a lot of trouble to show Billy honestly, but with dignity. Billy is a special "kid" and I think most viewers can see a part of themselves in him. I highly recommend this film, it is incredible!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Billy is one cool dude.
This doc follows Billy, a 15 year old guy with (at the time) undiagnosed Aspergers. Watching this great film you really feel the awkwardness of growing up, and the pain of being... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Victor Scott
Only Showed The Negative Side
I recently watched this documentary on Hulu, and there were many scenes that I felt were painful to watch. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Derek
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