Bruno

Bruno follows the life of a young boy with exceptional intelligence who struggles to fit in. Because of his unconventional clothing and personality, he faces ridicule from his classmates and tension with his parents. While his father is distant and his mother struggles with her own insecurities, the boy remains determined to express his individuality despite the pressure from his family and his school.

The film was directed by Shirley MacLaine and written by David Ciminello. The cast features Alex D. Linz in the title role, with Shirley MacLaine, Gary Sinise, Kathy Bates, Joey Lauren Adams, and Jennifer Tilly. Produced by J&M Entertainment and Original Voices Inc., the project had a budget of 10 million USD.

Audience reception has been moderately positive, with a 6/10 rating on IMDb from 1,700 votes and a 6.5/10 rating on TMDB based on 34 votes. In contrast, the film received a lower score from critics, who gave it a 3.9/10 rating across 5 reviews.