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Thieves of Innocence
Every year in Quebec, 25,000 reports of children being beaten, sexually abused or abandoned are retained by the Directorate of Youth Protection. And nearly 40% of babies who die in the province to die because of the violence of their parents. This explains the fact that nearly 30,000 children are supported by the DPJ until the age of 18. But this government agency is in a position to meet the needs of young people? Journalist and documentary filmmaker Paul Arcand presents the testimonies of children and adult victims of abuse of all kinds, and interviews politicians, social workers and members of the judiciary on their perception of the problem. In addition, Arcand denounces the carelessness of a bureaucratic system that does not always seem to be concerned about the well-being of those for whom they are responsible.
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Plot Summary
In a small town, a group of teenagers plots a twisted prank on a local recluse, unaware of the true danger lurking. Their seemingly harmless plan escalates into a night of terror when they discover their victim is more than just a lonely eccentric. As the night unfolds, they find themselves trapped in a deadly game of cat and mouse.
Critical Reception
Thieves of Innocence received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some acknowledged its attempt at a suspenseful horror narrative, many found the execution lacking in originality and character development. It is generally considered a low-budget independent horror film that didn't gain significant traction.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a suspenseful premise but often falls flat.
Lacks originality in its horror tropes and predictable plot.
Character performances are generally weak, hindering audience engagement.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Thieves of Innocence' is not readily available or widely documented, making it difficult to summarize audience sentiment on that platform.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around the director's hometown of Athens, Ohio, utilizing local locations and a relatively small budget.
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