My Bodyguard [1980]
Directed by: Tony Bill
The story follows Clifford and his challenges in dealing with bullies and trying to break barriers and rumors that surround Ricky. Ricky is rough around the edges. His classmates fear him and quite frankly at first glance he is okay with that. As the story unfolds, Clifford begins to form a friendship with Ricky helping break down the walls he built to protect himself. All the while, Ricky helps Clifford with the bullies. How will their story unfold?
This film was recommended to me by my father. He loves this film and I understand why. At first glance it falls between the lines as another film about bullies. What we gain is a perspective about stereotypes and learning to understand the people around us. We learn to see past the masks people put up for themselves and truly understand the person at the core. It's deeply symbolic and I love this film.
9.8/10
Photo Credit: 20th Century Studios
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