Movie

Boy

1926 · 72 min

A silent, stately melodrama of naval honour and ruinous romance, unfolding with restrained gestures and a slow sense of mounting misfortune.

Overview: Two navy ensigns, Manuel d'Astures and the Viscount of Brazza, nicknamed Boy, return to Spain after a long mission at sea. The latter is surprised to find his father with a woman he hates instantly. Soon afterward, he falls for a countess, whose lavish lifestyle ruins him. Unfortunately, the lender from whom he has just borrowed money is murdered and Boy is suspected.
How it feels: Melancholic, romantic and tense. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Love, betrayal, guilt, class
Content: Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.
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Tone: melancholicstrength 2 of 3
romanticstrength 2 of 3
tensestrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: love
betrayal
guilt
class
obsession
Places: big city
sea
Era: period
Audience: adult
Form: None
Content intensity: Gore none
Language none
Violence mild
Sex mild