Ocean Boy

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Ocean Boy

2023

1h 46m

Drama

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Set in the late 1980s, Ocean Boy is told through the eyes of a 13-year-old boy, Rockit. As he grapples to understand why his Mum's not coming home, Rockit embarks on a magical holiday with his father, Bosch, only to discover they're actually running from the law. Rockit finds a soulmate and then teenage love with Ash Ash, but it's the ocean that gives him the security and calm he yearns from his parents. Ultimately Rockit is a boy held by nature, a young man who wins our hearts and respect as his story unfolds. Filmed at iconic Byron Bay, against the canvas of Australia's famous east coast surf beaches and rain forests, Ocean Boy is a raw and unapologetic exploration of unconscious parenting and the deeper themes of love and relationships.

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Wenlei Ma

News.com.au

08/19/2022

3/5

Luke Hemsworth’s range is a revelation. This is exactly the type of film that allows him to showcase those talents.

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Paul Byrnes

Sydney Morning Herald

08/18/2022

3.5/5

Luke Hemsworth plays Bosch, the father. He does a superb job of making this man seem real -- so much so I wish he did more roles like this.

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Luke Buckmaster

Guardian

08/18/2022

2/5

I thought I could no longer be surprised by this film’s cheesiness. I was wrong.

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Sumner Forbes

Film Threat

02/09/2023

5.5/10

For those yearning for that next coming-of-age gem, you might have to go elsewhere because Ocean Boy might have strayed out too far from land.

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Frank Swietek

One Guy's Opinion

02/08/2023

C

Some agreeable actors, lovely locales and nifty surfing footage aren’t enough to save this meandering Australian coming-of-age tale.

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Joel Fisher

Battle Royale With Cheese

02/08/2023

King is also shown to be more than capable in a story which, like his character, wants to be mature but doesn’t quite get there.

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James D

@RT66175779 02/02/2025

Took me on a journey i loved being taken on, it was a wonderful film. I laughed and cried and that’s rare in movies these days.

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Finn 1

@RT55720591 07/03/2024

Such a beautiful heartfelt movie. The movie makes you fall in love with Rockit and explores relatable and realistic themes. I had a few cries, laughs and moments of joy watching this. the music, videography, actors and relationships are all so beautiful. So much talent in this movie. It’s an easy, comfortable and enjoyable watch. Definitely recommend.

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Alexander F

@RT98785206 12/27/2023

Some parts of the plot were pretty shallow. The mother's character was not well developed at all. There were some really wholesome moments between Bosch and Rockit though. Also some stunning visuals and a great soundtrack.

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A.L.Jude P

@judebd 07/29/2023

Beautiful movie with a attuning story.

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Andrew S

@RT73747413 02/23/2023

Enjoyable movie with great scenery. A movie that was not predictable with a great story. Well done

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Pete

@RT08958073 02/20/2023

Based on true events of the childhood of Tyler Atkins growing up on the East Coast of Australia. With unstable parent structure Rockit is forced to live a harsh and unconventional life growing up in a single parent relationship. Rockits father, a drug growing dealer, is forced to be on the run after police find his marijuana crop fighting a bush fire. The movie has been hit harshly by Australian media critics but I found this movie to be totally opposite to their archaic views. For a movie that has been based on true life events, this is an awesome watch.

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Synopsis

Set in the late 1980s, Ocean Boy is told through the eyes of a 13-year-old boy, Rockit. As he grapples to understand why his Mum's not coming home, Rockit embarks on a magical holiday with his father, Bosch, only to discover they're actually running from the law. Rockit finds a soulmate and then teenage love with Ash Ash, but it's the ocean that gives him the security and calm he yearns from his parents. Ultimately Rockit is a boy held by nature, a young man who wins our hearts and respect as his story unfolds. Filmed at iconic Byron Bay, against the canvas of Australia's famous east coast surf beaches and rain forests, Ocean Boy is a raw and unapologetic exploration of unconscious parenting and the deeper themes of love and relationships.

Director: Tyler Atkins
Producer: John Schwarz, Andrew Mann, Jamie Arscott, Tyler Atkins, Cathy Flannery
Screenwriter: Tyler Atkins, Drue Metz
Distributor: Gravitas Ventures
Production Co: Deeper Water, Sunshine Bear Films, Black Pearl Productions
Genre: Drama
Original Language: Australian English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 3, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 3, 2023
Runtime: 1h 46m