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The Selfish Giant

R20131h 31mClio Barnard
IMDb 7.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 98% · Metacritic 83

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A hyperactive boy and his best friend, a slow-witted youth with an affinity for horses, start collecting scrap metal for a shady dealer.

Drama
FriendshipHorseAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)YorkshireBased On Short StoryWoman DirectorSchool SuspensionBradford

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Selfish Giant (2013) about?

A hyperactive boy and his best friend, a slow-witted youth with an affinity for horses, start collecting scrap metal for a shady dealer.

Who stars in The Selfish Giant?

The Selfish Giant stars Conner Chapman (Arbor), Shaun Thomas (Swifty), Sean Gilder (Kitten), Lorraine Ashbourne (Mary), Ian Burfield (Mick Brazil). The film was directed by Clio Barnard.

How long is The Selfish Giant?

The Selfish Giant has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2013. It is rated R.

Is The Selfish Giant worth watching?

The Selfish Giant holds an IMDb rating of 7.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 98. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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