The Paperboy-2012

Director Lee Daniels

Starring Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron, Nicole Kidman

Scott’s Review #427

Reviewed June 21, 2016

Grade: A-

The Paperboy (2012) is an exceptional piece of filmmaking by modern acclaimed director, Lee Daniels (Precious-2008, The Butler-2010), who has become one of my favorite directors in recent years.

His latest film is raw, violent, containing elements of black comedy, and is arguably Nicole Kidman’s and John Cusack’s best performances.

They both play troubled, insecure characters, who have major issues.

It is set in the Deep South during the 1960s and has film noir leanings. The film is incredibly tough to classify, but the drama will cover it just fine.

Racism, homosexuality, and deceit are subject matters covered in this complex yet fascinating experience.

Gritty and disturbing at times, The Paperboy (2012) is an important film that fans of true artistic cinema must see.