The Blue Boy

1994·Movie
1h 4min
55
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

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The Blue Boy fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Scare4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

Marie is an insecure housewife whose husband, Joe, is having an affair. The two of them take a holiday to rural Scotland, but by sheer bad luck, end up at the hotel Joe uses for his "getaways." There, Marie is told the story of a young boy who drowned in a nearby lake long ago, and finds herself becoming more and more obsessed with his ghost.
Psychological DramaSupernatural ThrillerMarital DiscordHaunting MysteryScottish HighlandsSlow Burn SuspenseGhost StoryObsessionAtmosphericMelancholy

Crew

Directed by:
Paul Murton
Written by:
Paul Murton
Produced by:
Andrea Calderwood, Rebecca Eaton, Kate Swan
Composed by:
Stuart Bruce, Philip Appleby

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Blue Boy

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Where can I stream The Blue Boy legally?

PrimePeacockBritboxThe RokuBritBoxPeacock Premium+Tubi TV

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Is The Blue Boy worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Blue Boy rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is The Blue Boy?

1 h 4 min

The Blue Boy runs 1 h 4 min.

What language is The Blue Boy in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Blue Boy?

2CAUS

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