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A Boy Called Hate

1996Movie1 h 37 minR

CrimeDrama
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.1
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.1

Summary

After a run-in with the law, an angry maladjusted young man starts calling himself "Hate". One night he saves a girl from a lusty Assistant District Attorney. He falsely accuses them of robbery, so they go on the run and make things worse.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You need an uplifting mood

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Cast

18 of 18

Crew

Directed by
Mitch Marcus
Written by
Mitch Marcus
Produced by
Joe Johnston
Music by
Dan Wool

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Facts

May 22, 1996 · 1 h 37 min · R

Released
May 22, 1996
Runtime
1 h 37 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Crime, Drama, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
Canada, United States
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is A Boy Called Hate worth watching?"

Questions about A Boy Called Hate

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is A Boy Called Hate worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51 (IMDb 5.1).

Is A Boy Called Hate good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeens

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is A Boy Called Hate plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.