Consistency. Persistence. Skill. Talent. To evoke great performances. The ability to tell an exceptional story one frame at a time. These are some of many qualities that constitute a great filmmaker, & all of them are found in the works of Richard Linklater.

With Boyhood, the Texan native not only demonstrated an exceptional level of patience, persistence & determination to keep his 12 year project rolling, he would also (eventually) create his best work in his presentation of a young boys journey into adulthood, with a great cast ranging from new faces (Ella Coltrane as the boy in question) to veteran talent (Ethan Hawke & Patricia Arquette delivering career best performances) all benefiting from Linklater's Midas touch.