The Winter Boy

A mother tries to comfort her grieving son, but on each attempt her son’s silence becomes more and more deafening. An outing to the local aquarium places further strain on their troubled relationship - until her son finds a reason to let his mother in again.

Directed by Rachel House, The Winter Boy leans on a strong ensemble — Tahei Simpson, Te Aho Aho Eketone-Whitu, Lucy Schmidt — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2010.