Andrew Garfield recently shed light on a lesser-known gem from his early acting career, a film he fervently believes deserves far more recognition. Sharing this hidden treasure from his filmography, the 42-year-old actor expressed that fans have largely overlooked "Boy A."
In the latest installment of GQ’s "Actually Me" video series, where celebrities engage with fans' burning questions, comments, and rumors across social media platforms, the star of "The Amazing Spider-Man" embarked on a journey through the internet's curiosities, addressing each query one platform at a time. When posed with the question, "What is Andrew Garfield’s most underrated film?" by a Quora user, Garfield responded with enthusiasm, "A film that I hold in extremely high regard, yet hasn't garnered the widespread attention it deserves, is 'Boy A.' I truly believe it's an exceptional film."
He went on to reveal that "Boy A" marked his second-ever film appearance, following his screen debut in the 2005 film "Mumbo Jumbo." Adapted from Jonathan Trigell's novel, this 2007 drama weaves a compelling narrative of redemption, identity, and the enduring repercussions of childhood crimes. In the film, the actor from "The Social Network" portrays Eric Wilson, a young man released from juvenile prison at the age of 24 after serving 14 years for a violent offense committed during his youth.
To offer him a fresh start, his compassionate parole officer assists him in adopting a new identity as "Jack Burridge." However, his past soon resurfaces, casting a long shadow over his newfound freedom. Directed by John Crowley, "Boy A" garnered Garfield widespread critical acclaim, with many hailing it as his breakthrough performance. His portrayal earned him the prestigious BAFTA TV Award for Best Actor.
Throughout his two-decade acting career, Garfield has graced the screen in approximately 20 films, including "The Amazing Spider-Man" (2012), its 2014 sequel, "Spider-Man: No Way Home" (2021), and more recently, "We Live in Time" (2024).
