50 Ways of Saying Fabulous (2005)

It was a world of adventure and a time of innocence, when friendships were forever and growing up would change everything.

50 Ways of Saying Fabulous (2005) poster

Sweet, chubby, theatrical Billy was never cut out to be a farmer or a rugby player, but as the only son of a ‘good kiwi bloke’ he’s obliged to try. The cows are stubborn and the chores gruelling but Billy finds escape in a fantasy world playing Lana, heroine of his favourite TV show Adventures in Space. Not everyone approves of Billy's transformation. On the brink of adolescene, he discovers growing up is more complicated than he could ever have imagined.

Director: Stewart Main
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 88 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Peter Scholes
Cinematography: Simon Raby
Editing: Peter Roberts
Production: New Zealand Film Commission, MF Films
Country: New Zealand
Language: English
Box Office: $4,800
Original Language: en

Themes

Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Youth and Joyful Discoveries, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery, Crushing Humiliation and Struggle for Honor, Growing Pains and Joyful Discoveries

Keywords

puberty, friendship, small town, adolescence, based on novel or book, overweight child, sexuality, overweight, new zealand, bullying, rugby, coming of age, growing up, male homosexuality, rural area

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous about?
Sweet, chubby, theatrical Billy was never cut out to be a farmer or a rugby player, but as the only son of a ‘good kiwi bloke’ he’s obliged to try. The cows are stubborn and the chores gruelling but Billy finds escape in a fantasy world playing Lana, heroine of his favourite TV show Adventures in Space. Not everyone approves of Billy's transformation. On the brink of adolescene, he discovers growing up is more complicated than he could ever have imagined.
Who directed 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous was directed by Stewart Main.
Who stars in 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous stars Andrew Paterson, Harriet Beattie, Jay Collins, Georgia McNeil, Michael Dorman, Rima Te Wiata.
How long is 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
What genre is 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous is a Drama film.
How much did 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous gross?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous grossed $4,800 worldwide.
Where was 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous produced?
50 Ways of Saying Fabulous was produced in New Zealand.
What are the themes of 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous?
The themes of 50 Ways of Saying Fabulous include: Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Youth and Joyful Discoveries, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery, Crushing Humiliation and Struggle for Honor, Growing Pains and Joyful Discoveries.