After he and his first wife separate, journalist David Sheff struggles to help their teenage son, who goes from experimenting with drugs to becoming devastatingly addicted to methamphetamine.

Beautiful Boy sees Timothée Chalamet and Steve Carell delivering showcase work that's often powerful enough to make up for the story's muted emotional impact.

'Beautiful Boy' is a heartfelt depiction of addiction, focusing on a father-son relationship. The film is lauded for its raw portrayal of addiction's toll on families. Key themes include the struggle against addiction and its impact on family dynamics. Steve Carell and Timothée Chalamet deliver acclaimed performances, though some find the non-linear narrative distracting. Opinions on pacing and emotional impact vary, with some appreciating its realism and others finding it slow-paced.