Trouble Girl
Trouble Girl

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Trouble Girl

2023
Movie
103 min
Mandarin

According to the biggest dating website's research, teacher is among the top five professions most likely to cheat, and their students' parents are among the people whom they cheat with. Xiao-xiao, who has mild ADHD, is the troublemaker in her class. But she has her own trouble - her mother Wei-fang and her homeroom teacher, Paul, have started a romantic relationship as a result of discussing her ADHD conditions.

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Director: Kirsten KellyGenres: Documentary, Crime

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the story of a young woman who was entangled in a criminal underworld. It delves into her experiences, the choices she made, and the system that she navigated. The film offers a personal perspective on the complexities of crime and rehabilitation.

Critical Reception

Trouble Girl received a generally positive reception, with critics praising its intimate portrayal of its subject and its sensitive handling of difficult themes. Audiences found the documentary compelling and thought-provoking, though some noted its bleakness.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply personal and affecting look at a life touched by crime.

  • Praised for its empathetic storytelling and direct engagement with its subject.

  • Some viewers found the subject matter heavy but ultimately rewarding.

Google audience: Google users have not provided a significant number of reviews for 'Trouble Girl,' making a specific summary of their likes and dislikes unavailable.

Fun Fact

The documentary relies heavily on personal interviews with the subject, offering a rare and unfiltered glimpse into her life and journey.

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