Chronicles the powerful friendship between two young Black teenagers navigating the harrowing trials of reform school together in Florida.

Director RaMell Ross' stylistically radical approach to adapting Colson Whitehead's searing novel will be jarring for some, but Nickel Boys' sense of immersion achieves the jaw-dropping effect of walking in another's shoes.

A cinematic breakthrough, Nickel Boys may not appeal to those seeking a conventional approach to storytelling but will reward those in need of an experimental narrative that’s undeniably profound.

'Nickel Boys' tackles racism, trauma, and resilience with a unique first-person perspective and experimental cinematography, praised for artistic merit and emotional impact. Critics find the unconventional style confusing, detracting from clarity. Performances by Ethan Herisse and Brandon Wilson are commended. Pacing and narrative structure receive mixed feedback, with some finding it engaging and others slow. The film is seen as bold and important, though its artistic choices divide opinions.