ABOUT A BOY

Directed by:
Chris Weitz
Paul Weitz

Written by:
Peter Hedges
Chris Weitz
Paul Weitz

Based on the novel by:
Nick Hornby

Genre:
Comedy | Drama | Romance

Runtime:
101 mins

Plot:
Will, who attends single parent meetings to woo women, meets Marcus, a troubled 12-year-old boy. As they become friends, Will learns to be responsible while he helps Marcus with his studies.

Release Date:
May 17, 2002

Reception:

Hugh Grant
Nicholas Hoult
Toni Collette
Rachel Weisz
Natalia Tena

Nominations
  • Best Adapted Screenplay | Peter Hedges, Chris Weitz, Paul Weitz
Nominations
  • Best Supporting Actress | Toni Collette
  • Best Adapted Screenplay | Peter Hedges, Chris Weitz, Paul Weitz
Nominations
  • Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
  • Best Actor – Musical or Comedy | Hugh Grant
Nominations
  • Best Edited Feature Film – Comedy or Musical | Nick Moore
Nominations
Nominations
  • Best Adapted Screenplay | Peter Hedges, Chris Weitz, Paul Weitz