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This is a coming-of-age story of a boy living in the Depression era of the South. "Boy" (Daniel Lee Robertson III) learns the hard way about the realities of being black, poor and unable to read. But he also learns about the deep love of family, the long-suffering loyalty of a dog and the importance of words, faith, stories & truth.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2003 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Comedy, TV Movie |
| Director | Kevin Hooks |
| Runtime | 96 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.0/10 (2 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film blends genres, merging a dramatic core with adventure and light comedy, making a difficult theme accessible for family viewing. The focus remains on the child's inner world and his pure perception of a complex reality.
What lingers after the credits is a sense of resilient hope. The story champions the quiet power of family bonds and literacy as tools for liberation, leaving a gentle but lasting impression — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Kevin Hooks
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For a quiet, thoughtful family movie night.
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