Robber Girls
Robber Girls

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Robber Girls

2009
Movie
80 min
German

Emily is sent to work and live in the Sovereign's castle. She manages to escape into the woods, where she meets some lively hookers. Together they become «Robber Girls» taking a stand and fighting the patriarchy.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users70%
Director: Sabrina DoyleGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a quiet suburban town, two teenage girls, driven by boredom and a desire for excitement, embark on a spree of petty crimes. Their actions escalate from shoplifting to more daring robberies, testing the limits of their friendship and their understanding of consequences. As their illegal activities draw the attention of local authorities, they find themselves in an increasingly dangerous situation.

Critical Reception

Robber Girls received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising the film's raw portrayal of teenage rebellion and the performances of its young cast. Some found the plot predictable, but the film was generally commended for its atmospheric tension and its unflinching look at the darker side of adolescence.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a compelling, albeit bleak, look at disaffected youth.

  • Strong performances from the lead actresses anchor the narrative.

  • While occasionally veering into cliché, the suspense is effectively built.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's dark themes and realistic portrayal of teenage delinquency, though some found the pacing slow at times and the ending unsatisfying.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Feature Film at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget, with much of the cast and crew being film students at the time.

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