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200248 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Boys Alone

200248 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Ten boys aged 11 and 12 live together in a house without adult supervision, revealing their struggles with organization and conflict.

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Ten boys aged 11 and 12 live together in a house without adult supervision, revealing their struggles with organization and conflict.

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Kim Flitcroftdirector

John Simm

Simon Ffrenchcast

Colin Clarkecast

Chris Synercast

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Ten boys, aged 11 and 12, live together in a house without adult supervision. They come from various backgrounds and must manage daily life on their own. A camera crew documents their interactions as they form hierarchies and tackle basic tasks like preparing meals. Conflicts arise over sleeping arrangements and responsibilities. Directed by Kim Flitcroft, Boys Alone offers a candid look at childhood dynamics and the challenges of self-governance in a group setting.

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