The retro trailer of this week is from the 1982 thriller 1984 classA gritty and provocative exploitation thriller that explores the violent clash between authority and youth rebellion in an urban school system in decomposition.
The film follows Andrew Norris, an idealist and mild music teacher who moved to Lincoln High, a school afflicted by group violence, drugs and fear. Norris quickly finds herself in contrast with a ruthless student band led by the intelligent but psychotic Peter Stegman.
While the behavior of the students intensifies from harassment to brutal criminal acts, Norris is pushed to his rupture point, forced to abandon his principles in the desperate attempt to survive and fight.
The film comes from direct from Mark L. LesterAnd it mixes social comments with exaggerated violence and punk-rock energy, painting a desolate portrait of crazy youth and a system incapable or unwilling to stop them.
The film is known for its controversial themes and intense contents, including rape scenes, murder and vigilantism, which have aroused debate at its release.
The support cast includes Roddy McDowall and a young man Michael J. Fox in one of his first roles.
By Joey Gour
Source: Geek Tyrant
Lloyd Grunewald is an author at “The Fashion Vibes”. He is a talented writer who focuses on bringing the latest entertainment-related news to his readers. With a deep understanding of the entertainment industry and a passion for writing, Lloyd delivers engaging articles that keep his readers informed and entertained.
