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About A Boy

Original review by Top 100 Christmas Movies · Independent & ad-free

2002 - PG - 101 MINS - COMEDY

Top cast: Hugh Grant, Nicholas Hoult

In a nutshell

Will, who attends single parent meetings to woo women, meets Marcus, a troubled 12 year old boy.  As they become friends, Will learns to be responsible while he helps Marcus with his studies.

Our review

Although some scenes are set at Christmas, this really isn't a "Christmas movie".  But, a warm and uplifting story with the usual sprinkling of comedy - one that can certainly compliment the traditional alternatives.

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