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Measure of a Man (2018)
This story follows Bobby, an under-confident, overweight 14-year-old New Yorker, as he navigates the challenging path to manhood during his summer at Rumson Lake in upstate New York, 1976. The dramatic thread of the story stems from the escalating threat of a local gang of townies, led by Willie, a tormented young veteran. Willie and his gang resent the summer vacationers who populate their community every year and prey on Bobby and his best friend Joanie, both outsiders and easy targets. As Bobby´s world goes through many changes, so does his relationship with his family and friends. This is especially true regarding Dr. Kahn, a reclusive surrogate fatherly presence who mentors Bobby through difficult times. The guidance Bobby receives from Dr. Kahn transforms him into a well-rounded young man, as well as giving Dr. Kahn a new unexpected confidant, a friend who helps him come to terms with the losses in his past.
| Country | United States of America |
|---|---|
| Year | 2018 |
| Duration | 100 min |
| Rating | 15 |
| Language | English |
| Subtitle | Czech |
| Directed by | Jim Loach |
| Screenplay | David Scearce |
| Director of Photography | Denson Baker |
| Music | Ilan Eshkeri, Tim Wheeler |
| Edited by | Dany Cooper |
| Contact | Great Point Media |
Biography
Director from Great Britain. He studied philosophy at University College London. He began directing while working in TV. He mainly focuses on TV series. He made his debut with the award-winning feature Oranges and Sunshine (2011) and later directed the drama Measure of a Man (2018).
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