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The Bad Kids

2016 American film

This article is about the 2016 American documentary. For the Chinese TV series, see The Bad Kids (TV series).

The Bad Kids is a 2016 documentary film about students at risk of dropping out who attend an alternative school in Yucca Valley, California.

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Synopsis

The film follows three at-risk students during a year at Black Rock Continuation High School. It captures Principal Vonda Viland as she coaches the teens: Lee Bridges, who has a young son with a classmate and is facing the challenge of supporting his family; Jennifer Coffield, who lacks family support for her scholastic efforts; and Joey McGee, who grapples with drug use and instability at home.[1][2][3]

Release

The Bad Kids had its world premiere at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival. After its theatrical run, it aired on the PBS series Independent Lens.

References

  1. [1]
    Schager, Nick (January 22, 2016). "Sundance Film Review: 'The Bad Kids'". Variety. Retrieved October 20, 2016.
  2. [2]
    Lowe, Justin (January 22, 2016). "'The Bad Kids': Sundance Review". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved October 20, 2016.
  3. [3]
    Jagernauth, Kevin (January 24, 2016). "Sundance Review: Documentary 'The Bad Kids' From 'Lost In Mancha' Directors Keith Fulton And Lou Pepe". IndieWire. Retrieved October 22, 2016.


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