Shia LeBeouf reflects in next BFS title, the self-penned Honey Boy
On Wednesday, March 4th, Bozeman Film Society presents critically praised Honey Boy at Downtown Bozeman’s Ellen Theatre. The docudrama based on actor Shia LaBeouf’s turbulent upbringing and its emergence in young adulthood screens at 7pm.
For years, LaBeouf, who started in film and television as a child, had been acting out his emotional disturbances, drug and alcohol issues in public. In the wake of a 2017 arrest during which he made racist remarks, he has been taking more sober stock of his life and art.
From LaBeouf’s own screenplay, award-winning filmmaker Alma Har’el brings Honey Boy to life, recounting the young actor’s stormy childhood and early adult years as he struggles to reconcile with his father through cinema and dreams.
Hailed by RogerEbert.com as “A cinematic act of courage,” LeBeouf channels his own father in a masterful performance, and is joined by cast members Lucas Hedges, Noah Jupe, Byron Bowers and Laura San Giacomo. Rated R, the film runs 93 minutes. Closed captioning available.
Reserved seats for Honey Boy are $9.75 for adults or $9.25 for seniors and students. Advance tickets available at www.theellentheatre.org (plus service fees). The Ellen lobby opens one hour before the screening for refreshments.
Bozeman Film Society seeks out and presents independent films which engage, entertain, and foster an understanding of the world community around us. Visit www.bozemanfilmsociety.org for film previews and further information – and “Keep ‘Em Flickering!” •