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Boys Don't Cry (1999)

“A true story about finding the courage to be yourself.”

7.4/10 · 1,510 votes 1h 58m r DramaCrime

#21 of 105 films from 1999 #996 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Kimberly Peirce · Written by Kimberly Peirce, Andy Bienen

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Overview

A young transgender man explores his gender identity and searches for love in rural Nebraska.

Cast

Hilary Swankas Brandon Teena
Chloë Sevignyas Lana Tisdel
Peter Sarsgaardas John Lotter
Brendan Sexton IIIas Tom Nissen
Alicia Goransonas Candace
Alison Follandas Kate
Jeannetta Arnetteas Lana's Mom
Rob Campbellas Brian
Matt McGrathas Lonny
Cheyenne Rushingas Nicole
Robert Prentissas Trucker
Josh Ridgwayas Kwik Stop Cashier
Craig Ericksonas Trucker in Kwik Stop
Craig Ericksonas Trucker in Kwik Stop

Facts

Release dateSeptember 2, 1999
Runtime118 min (1h 58m) — about the same as the 1999 average of 110 min
GenresDrama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$2,000,000
Box office$11,540,607 (5.8× budget)
IMDbtt0171804

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Questions

How long is Boys Don't Cry?
Boys Don't Cry runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Is Boys Don't Cry worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 1,510 votes, which places it #21 of 105 films released in 1999 in this index (top 81%) and #996 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Boys Don't Cry?
Boys Don't Cry was directed by Kimberly Peirce. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Carrie (2013).
Who stars in Boys Don't Cry?
Hilary Swank as Brandon Teena; Chloë Sevigny as Lana Tisdel; Peter Sarsgaard as John Lotter; Brendan Sexton III as Tom Nissen; Alicia Goranson as Candace; Alison Folland as Kate.
What is Boys Don't Cry rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Boys Don't Cry?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/27096.

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