Foxes
Foxes

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Foxes

1980
Movie
106 min
English

A group of friends come of age in the asphalt desert of the San Fernando Valley, as set to a blazing soundtrack and endless drinking, drugs and sex.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Director: Adrian LyneGenres: Drama, Music

Plot Summary

Four teenage girls living in Los Angeles navigate the complexities of adolescence, including love, sex, and drugs. The film follows their lives as they attempt to maintain their close friendship while dealing with parental neglect and the harsh realities of growing up. As their paths diverge and their individual struggles intensify, their bond is tested.

Critical Reception

Foxes received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics acknowledged its attempt to realistically portray teenage angst and urban youth culture, others found its themes and execution to be heavy-handed and melodramatic. Jodie Foster's performance was generally praised, but the film as a whole struggled to find a consistent tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised Jodie Foster's compelling performance.

  • Criticized for its melodramatic and at times preachy tone.

  • Seen as an earnest but flawed attempt to capture contemporary teen issues.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available, but general sentiment suggests a film that, while featuring a strong young lead, struggled with its narrative and thematic execution.

Fun Fact

The film marked the directorial debut of Adrian Lyne, who would go on to direct other notable films such as 'Flashdance', '9 1/2 Weeks', and 'Fatal Attraction'.

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