'Nickel Boys' Delivers a Haunting and Visually Stunning Adaptation

RaMell Ross's narrative debut transforms Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer-winning novel into an emotionally evocative exploration of systemic racism.

The film, based on Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, examines the horrors of systemic racism through the story of two Black teenagers at a 1960s reform school in Florida.
Director RaMell Ross employs an experimental visual style, blending narrative scenes with archival footage and expressionistic imagery to evoke deep emotional responses.
Ethan Herisse and Brandon Wilson lead the cast as Elwood and Turner, whose contrasting perspectives highlight hope and cynicism in the face of injustice.
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor delivers a standout performance as Elwood's grandmother, adding warmth and emotional depth to the story.
The film opens in theaters on December 13, showcasing Ross's innovative approach to storytelling and its unflinching portrayal of America's racial history.