Teen-Age Crime Wave
Teen-Age Crime Wave

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Teen-Age Crime Wave

1955
Movie
77 min
English

A delinquent girl involves an innocent friend in an armed robbery followed by a jail-break and hostage-taking with her equally delinquent boyfriend.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Reeves EasonGenres: Crime, Drama, Film Noir

Plot Summary

A young couple on the run from the law becomes entangled with a dangerous criminal gang after they steal a getaway car. The couple, desperate and on their own, find themselves in increasingly perilous situations as they try to evade capture and survive the harsh realities of their choices. Their journey takes a dark turn as they are forced to confront the consequences of their actions and the volatile nature of the criminal underworld.

Critical Reception

As a B-movie from the 1950s, 'Teen-Age Crime Wave' received modest attention upon its release, largely overlooked by major critics of the era. It is often remembered as a typical example of exploitation cinema that aimed to capitalize on youthful rebellion and crime themes. Audience reception was likely mixed, catering to those who enjoyed sensationalist crime dramas of the period.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is a straightforward, low-budget crime drama.

  • It reflects the anxieties surrounding teenage delinquency in the 1950s.

  • The plot follows a predictable trajectory of crime and pursuit.

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Fun Fact

The film was often shown as a double feature with other exploitation films targeting younger audiences.

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