Big Boys Don’t Cry

A heavy, slow-burning watch that sits with old pain and asks you to stay present as it unfolds.

Directed by

Steve Crowhurst

Genres

Drama

Starring

Michael Socha, Zoë Tapper, Mitchell Norman

Tagline

Shadows from the past are never far away.

Overview

Based on true events, Paul is forced to recall his harrowing childhood growing up in a children’s home, when a police investigation into his boyhood friend’s suicide opens old wounds. As Paul struggles to shake off his past and build a relationship with Anthea, his fragile mental state and bitter memories lead to a confrontation with those responsible for his shattered childhood and the death of his friend.

How it feels

Bleak, melancholic, tense and dark. Slow-burning and demanding.

About

Trauma, grief, memory, justice

Content

Strong language. Mild violence and sexual content. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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