The Delinquents

A teenager from a wealthy family falls for a girl from the wrong side of the tracks, leading to trouble with her dangerous boyfriend and his gang. He attempts to prove his love and courage, leading to escalating conflict and dramatic consequences.

Upon its release, 'The Delinquents' received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its raw portrayal of teenage rebellion and others finding its narrative predictable. While not a major critical success, it captured a certain segment of the youth culture of its time.

• Praised for its attempt to depict authentic youth culture and angst.

• Criticized for a formulaic plot and somewhat melodramatic tone.

• Noted for being an early directorial effort by Robert Altman, showing nascent elements of his later style.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this early film, but it's often seen as a dated depiction of teenage delinquency.

This was one of Robert Altman's earliest directorial efforts before he became famous for films like 'M*A*S*H' and 'The Player'.