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Boy A

Who decides who gets a second chance?

2008 1 hour 46 minutes
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Freed after a lengthy term in a juvenile detention center, convicted child killer Jack Burridge finds work as a deliveryman and begins dating co-worker Michelle. While out on the road one day, Jack notices a distressed child, and, after reuniting the girl with her family, becomes a local celebrity. But when a local newspaper unearths his past, Jack must cope with the anger of citizens who fear for the safety of their children.

Released

23rd July 2008

18 years ago

Runtime

1 hour 46 minutes

Finishes at 4:06pm

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Directed by

John Crowley

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Written by

Mark O'Rowe

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Ratings and awards

Won 4 BAFTA 13 wins & 11 nominations total

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    7.5/10

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    88%

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    75%

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    71%

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    77%

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