# Boy Erased (2018)

> A forcibly outed preacher’s son endures a church-backed conversion program while fighting to reclaim his identity and his family’s understanding.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/323067

## Facts

- Runtime: 115 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Joel Edgerton
- Cast: Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, Joel Edgerton, Troye Sivan, Madelyn Cline, Flea, Xavier Dolan
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7008872/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: harrowing, empathetic, restrained, reflective viewing, social issue discussion

## Synopsis

A poignant exploration of identity and acceptance in a world that demands conformity.

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