
Boundaries
2018

Representation Score
Good
2024
RDirector
Tony Goldwyn
Runtime
100 minutes
Average Rating
No ratings yetNew Showbiz Analysis
Ezra stands out for its respectful and central treatment of neurodiversity. By making an autistic child the primary driver of the narrative, the film avoids common clichés of disability as a secondary tragedy. The film also explores modern family dynamics through a lens of co-parenting and divorce. This approach deconstructs the traditional nuclear family, offering a more contemporary look at domestic life. While the film excels in disability representation, it remains somewhat limited in overt LGBTQ+ and racial diversity. The focus is primarily on the intersection of neurodivergence and familial responsibility.
Category Breakdown
The film does not explicitly mention queer identities or non-straight characters. However, it focuses on modern co-parenting structures which can accommodate diverse identity explorations.
The story centers on a male protagonist navigating fatherhood and divorce. While it doesn't explicitly challenge traditional hierarchies, the emphasis on collaborative co-parenting suggests a move away from traditional patriarchal models.
Max Bernal, a character of color, plays a central, actively leading role. While his heritage is suggested by his name, the diversity of the broader supporting cast remains unconfirmed.
The narrative disrupts idealized family clichés by focusing on neurodivergent parenting and post-divorce dynamics. It prioritizes personal, experiential truths over rigid institutional or religious dogmas.
Ezra, a neurodivergent child, is the heart of the film. His needs drive the central conflict and protagonist arc, giving him a significant role in driving the story rather than treating autism as a mere plot device.
Present on Screen
Limited or Absent
Official Synopsis
Stand-up comedian Max Bernal lives with his father Stan while struggling to co-parent his autistic son Ezra with his ex-wife. When forced to confront difficult decisions about their son's future, Max and Ezra embark on a cross-country road trip that has a transcendent impact on both their lives.

2018

2023

2019

2010

2024

2024

2025

2020
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your thoughts on this movie!
Use the rating form above to leave a star rating and optional review.