C.R.A.Z.Y. (2005)
- Run Time: 127 min.
- Rating: 18A
- Director: Jean-Marc Vallée
- Writer(s): François Boulay and Jean-Marc Valleé
- Producer(s): Pierre Even & Jean-Marc Valleé
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Plot Summary
A box-off ice blockbuster and the winner of a whopping 11 Genies, C.R.A.Z.Y. is an infectious, entertaining coming-of-age drama. When Zac Beaulieu (Grondin) is born on December 25, 1960, it becomes clear that he is different from his four brothers. He vies desperately for attention and acceptance from both of his parents, but in particular, from his loving and old-fashioned father, Gervais (Côté).
The f ilm follows Zac over the next 30 years, as life takes him on an epic journey to come to grips with his sexual identity. Buoyed by a vibrant soundtrack, C.R.A.Z.Y. boasts countless moments of true movie magic. It is at once a poignant and personal auteur f ilm and a crowd-pleaser.
“Jean-Marc Vallée’s bouncy coming-of-age tale coasts along on a terrif ic soundtrack and a spot- on feel for period detail.” — Jay Weissberg, Variety
About the Director
Jean-Marc Vallée
Vallée made several notable shorts before turning to features with Liste Noire, which garnered nine Genie nominations. A box-office success, C.R.A.Z.Y. was honoured at film festivals around the world. Recent credits include Café de Flore and the upcoming The Dallas Buyer’s Club.