Boy Wonder

2011 saw the release of the movie, Boy Wonder. The film stars a cast of largely unfamiliar faces and is led by Caleb Steinmeyer, who plays the troubled Sean Donovan. The plot summary can be found at IMDb. Beware: this site contains spoilers.

I am not sure how I missed the theatrical release of this movie but I found it to be strongly thought provoking. How far would a person go to get justice? This is a common theme addressed many times in past films. Think The Crow and The Brave One. It is the small glimpses into the mind of Sean Donovan that set this film apart.

Boy Wonder uses the concept of a child who grows up surrounded by violence - an abusive father - as the proving ground for vigilante justice. It is clear that young Sean learned his lessons well. He is a smart young man who is focused solely on seeking justice for those wrongly killed. But how far can this path lead?

Sean works to piece together what happened on the night his mother was murdered. He attracts the attention of the police, who see him initially as a victim unwilling to let go.  As the story progresses, it becomes clear that there are many victims that go unnoticed. Is Sean a hero for protecting these victims or is he becoming the very evil he seeks to fight? This is a personal question provoked by the film. How far would you go and what would you be willing to become?

Fanboy Verdict: ***** stars for excellent acting, good action and a strong story. This movie is definitely Fanboy Approved!