'Beautiful Boy' confronts the ugliness and tragedy of addiction

Published: Nov. 20, 2018, 4 p.m.

Accomplished student, athlete, and artist with a charismatic personality, Nic Sheff has it all. But his life quickly spirals into despair and chaos as he gets hooked on meth. Timothée Chalamet and Steve Carell deliver the ultimate performances as father and son in a film that feels immediately present in light of today's opioid addiction crisis. Never miss a movie review. Hit subscribe! We're on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Soundcloud. And don't forget to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Search for Whiskey and Popcorn!