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Worried About the Boy (2010)

“Man to Boy, Boy to Icon”

  • 90 min
  • Drama
  • imdb logo 7.0/10 (1538 votes)

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Plot

Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1980s England, "Worried About the Boy" unfurls the kaleidoscopic journey of the young and enigmatic George O'Dowd, brilliantly portrayed by Douglas Booth. His flamboyant love for frocks and makeup leaves his conservative parents mystified and marks the beginning of a transformative journey that will lead him to an unexpected destiny. Joined by his eccentric companion Peter, who embodies the persona of Marilyn Monroe, George moves into a local squat. Their bold fashion statements and audacious personas make waves in the trendy Blitz Club, run by the charismatic Steve Strange. George navigates his role as a cloakroom assistant while nurturing an unrequited love for the handsome drummer Jon Moss. George's romantic misfortunes and dismissal from the Blitz Club lead him into the orbit of Malcolm McLaren, the former manager of the Sex Pistols. With McLaren's guidance, George briefly aligns with the musical group Bow Wow Wow, an experience that lays the groundwork for his foray into the world of music. A chance meeting with fan Mikey North and a reunion with Jon Moss culminates in the formation of the soon-to-be successful Culture Club, marking the inception of George's vibrant career under the artistic pseudonym Boy George. Their meteoric rise to fame, however, draws the intrusive gaze of the tabloid press, threatening to expose George's struggle with drug addiction. Four tumultuous years later, a beleaguered George, now caught in the crosshairs of fame and personal demons, seeks solace and counsel from Jon, signaling a turning point in his life. "Worried About the Boy" is a vivid and immersive portrayal of a man who dared to defy societal norms, ventured into the pulsating heart of the music industry, and emerged as an iconic figure in pop culture history.

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Worried About the Boy is a drama movie featuring Douglas Booth.

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