Bully

This film is a gritty and disturbing look at a group of troubled teenagers in a small Texas town. It centers around Bobby Kent, a charismatic but cruel young man who relentlessly torments his friends, particularly his former best friend, Donny Sims. The escalating abuse leads Donny and his circle of friends to contemplate and ultimately carry out a violent plan to end Bobby's reign of terror.

Bully received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many commending Larry Clark's unflinching and realistic portrayal of youth violence and dysfunction. However, its extreme bleakness and graphic content made it a challenging watch for audiences and some critics, leading to divided opinions on its artistic merit and social commentary.

• Praised for its raw and unflinching portrayal of adolescent violence and psychological torment.
• Criticized for its relentless bleakness and disturbing subject matter, making it difficult to watch.
• Seen by some as a powerful, albeit uncomfortable, examination of the destructive consequences of bullying and peer abuse.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's disturbing realism and the intense performances, with many finding it a difficult but impactful viewing experience. Some viewers appreciated its bold approach to a dark subject, while others found it overwhelmingly negative and gratuitous.

The film is based on a true story that occurred in Richardson, Texas, in 1993.