Gimly
However minor the charms of the first _Bad Kids_ movie might have been, its sequel lacks them entirely. It holds on to the unnecessarily convoluted mess of a plot though, so hey, a point for consistency somewhere I guess. _Final rating:★...
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Bad Kids of Crestview Academy
2017
Movie
100 min
English
It's four years later, and a new group of students has been placed in Saturday detention at the infamous and prestigious Crestview Academy. When Siouxsie, sophomore 'undercrust,' crashes the party to avenge her sister's death, a Saturday detention reserved for the privileged seniors of Crestview Academy turns into a date in hell. It's not long before a naïve pussycat lover, gay drug dealer, smokin' hot preacher's daughter, squeaky-clean senator's son, and the uninvited younger outsider find themselves locked-up in school with no way out, wondering who (or what) has set them up. Hilarity and suspense ensue while each 'bad kid' pits one against the other, and one by one each falls victim to absurdly gruesome 'accidents' while trying to escape.
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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Matthew Patrick•Genres: Horror, Comedy, Thriller
Plot Summary
A group of rich, rebellious teens are forced to stay at their elite boarding school, Crestview Academy, over a long holiday weekend. However, their detention turns into a fight for survival when they discover a dark secret about the school and become targets of a mysterious killer. They must band together to uncover the truth and escape the deadly predicament.
Critical Reception
Bad Kids of Crestview Academy received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot predictable and its attempts at dark humor to be juvenile. Audience reception was also mixed, with some appreciating its campy, over-the-top B-movie style, while others were put off by its low-budget feel and uneven tone.
What Reviewers Say
The film is criticized for its weak plot and uninspired characters.
Its blend of horror and comedy often falls flat, lacking a consistent tone.
Despite its flaws, some viewers found enjoyment in its B-movie charm and intentional campiness.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally unimpressed, with comments focusing on the film's derivative nature and lack of originality. Some viewers did note it as a potentially fun, mindless watch for genre fans.
Fun Fact
The film is a spiritual successor to the 2012 film 'Class of 1984', sharing similar themes of troubled youth and violent school environments.
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