Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor Brings an Abstract Nickel Boys Down to Earth

Individuals who value cinema are often vocal about their desire for filmmakers to take risks, to present fresh perspectives or at least broaden their vision. With his second feature, Nickel Boys, director RaMell Ross achieves just that, adapting Colson Whitehead’s poignant, beautifully written novel about two young men navigating a harsh reform school. While Ross’ innovative style might not entirely revolutionize cinema (Terrence Malick, for instance, has already explored similar techniques), it certainly challenges our perception and redefines the boundaries of what a movie can be.








