
Under Age
A trial melodrama about a mother who encourages her 14 year old daughter to have sex with a 16 year old Mexican boy.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, struggling to make ends meet, becomes involved with a group of criminals involved in a robbery scheme. As she gets deeper into the criminal underworld, she finds herself caught between loyalty to her friends and the law. The film explores themes of desperation, morality, and the consequences of one's choices.
Critical Reception
Under Age received mixed reviews upon its release. Critics often pointed to its gritty portrayal of crime and poverty but found the plot to be somewhat predictable. Audiences, however, were drawn to its cautionary tale aspect.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its attempt to tackle social issues within a crime drama framework.
- Criticized for a somewhat formulaic narrative that didn't fully explore its thematic potential.
- Noted for its realistic depiction of the struggles faced by those on the fringes of society.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Under Age' is difficult to gauge due to limited available data. However, the film appears to have resonated with viewers interested in character-driven crime stories that offer a moral lesson.
Fun Fact
Brenda Vaccaro, who plays one of the main characters, was relatively new to acting at the time of this film's release, having only a few credits to her name before 'Under Age'.
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