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:
Cast:
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
- Excellence in Contemporary Film | Joanna Johnston
Nominations
- Best Adapted Screenplay | Peter Hedges, Chris Weitz, Paul Weitz
