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The Mudge Boy (2003)

R  94 min  -  Drama   -  2010 (Belgium)
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Sensitive, somewhat effeminate farm-boy Duncan Mudge (14) can barely cope with grim, since ma's death even gloomier father Edgar's 'manly' expectations... See full summary »

Director:

Michael Burke

Writer:

Michael Burke
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Emile Hirsch ...
Duncan Mudge
Tom Guiry ...
Perry Foley (as Thomas Guiry)
Richard Jenkins ...
Edgar Mudge
Pablo Schreiber ...
Brent
Zachary Knighton ...
Travis
Ryan Donowho ...
Scotty
Meredith Handerhan Meredith Handerhan ...
Tonya
Beckie King ...
April
Sandra Gartner ...
Lydia Mudge
Tara O'Reilly ...
Emily Foley
Barbara Lloyd Barbara Lloyd ...
Irene Blodgett
Sam Lloyd ...
Ray Blodgett
Hannah Franzoni Hannah Franzoni ...
Tracey Foley
George Woodard ...
Merrit Foley
Munson Hicks Munson Hicks ...
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Storyline

Sensitive, somewhat effeminate farm-boy Duncan Mudge (14) can barely cope with grim, since ma's death even gloomier father Edgar's 'manly' expectations, and seeks comfort in petting a chicken he associates with his late ma. Macho mate Perry Foley, who has it physically even harder on his dad's farm, usually comforts Duncan and defends his 'wimpiness' to their cocky ruffian 'mates' Travis, Scotty and Brent. But although clearly attracted to gentle gentile Ducan himself, the socially unacceptable suggestion of 'sissy' homosexuality makes Perry over-react and turn on his friend, confusing for both Written by KGF Vissers  

Plot Summary | Plot Synopsis

Plot Keywords:

Farm | Misfit | Fur Coat | Death | Chicken  | See more »

Genres:

Drama

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for strong sexual content including graphic dialogue, a rape, and language See all certifications »

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

(Belgium) See more »

Also Known As:

Anyja fia See more »

Filming Locations:

Rutland, Vermont, USA See more »

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Budget:

$800,000 (estimated)
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Technical Specs

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Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color
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Trivia

Michael Burke developed the screenplay for the film at a Sundance Labs in 2000. Burke says of inspiration for the film: "Growing up in rural Vermont, I wanted to tell a story about a kid too sensitive for the harsh environment in which he was raised." See more »

Quotes

Duncan Mudge: [to Perry] Do you ever think about kissing me?
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Connections

References "The Magilla Gorilla Show" (1964) See more »