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Further Confessions of a Sixth Form Girl
After the big success of the first part the film-makers apparently felt pressured to launch a new "investigation" and gather new material. Therefore, Friedrich von Thun again ventures out into the streets, this time of Berlin, to ask schoolgirls about their sexual experiences. The invinted guests talk about (allegedly) true events. Schoolgirls that seduce their teachers, runaway girls that have been robbed and who have to prostitute themselves or innocent girls that have been drugged and raped...
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Plot Summary
This British drama follows the life and coming-of-age experiences of a young girl navigating the social and emotional complexities of her final year at a girls' boarding school. She grapples with budding sexuality, peer relationships, and the anticipation of adulthood amidst the strictures of her educational environment.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed reception upon its release, with some critics praising its frank portrayal of adolescent experiences and others finding its tone somewhat dated and its narrative underdeveloped. It is often considered a product of its time, reflecting societal attitudes towards female sexuality and education in the early 1970s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempts at a realistic depiction of teenage girlhood.
Criticized for a somewhat predictable narrative and underdeveloped characters.
Seen as an interesting, albeit flawed, snapshot of the era's social mores.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a divided opinion, with some appreciating its nostalgic view of school life and others finding it lacking in depth and modern sensibilities.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the novel of the same name by Felicia Young.
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