An exceptional film, BEST BOY is the moving account of a mentally handicapped man's social development and the effect it has on his family.
Philly, the 52-year-old cousin of filmmaker Ira Wohl, is mentally handicapped and lives with his elderly parents, Max and Pearl. Concerned about Philly's future welfare, the family embarks on an effort to have Philly learn independence from his parents. A doctor examines Philly and states that
Philly is fine, although he will always need supervision. The doctor recommends that Philly be placed in a program where he can spend time with people like himself.
Ira takes Philly to a zoo, a significant event because it is the f...
Released:
1979
Rated:
NR
Length:
104 mins