Behaving Badly
Behaving Badly is a 1989 British television serial directed by David Tucker. The teleplay by Catherine Heath and Moira Williams is based on Heath's novel of the same name. It was initially broadcast by Channel 4. The series was released on DVD in 2005. The plot focuses on Bridget Mayor, a middle-aged housewife and part-time teacher who is forced to re-evaluate her life when her husband of twenty years abandons her for a younger woman.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy and rebellious teenager, Christine, is sent to a reform school after a series of escalating misadventures. There, she clashes with the strict headmistress and forms an unlikely friendship with other students, learning about responsibility and self-discovery. The film follows her journey as she navigates the challenges of the institution and confronts her own behavioral issues.
Critical Reception
Behaving Badly was met with generally mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised its intentions to explore teenage rebellion and its occasional moments of humor, many found the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with the film failing to gain significant traction upon its release.
What Reviewers Say
- Often criticized for a formulaic plot and lack of depth in its characters.
- Some viewers found its portrayal of teenage struggles relatable, despite its shortcomings.
- Praised by a few for its attempts at humor and underlying message of redemption.
Google audience: Audience feedback is scarce due to the film's limited release and reception. Where comments exist, they often reflect the critical consensus, noting a dated feel and a narrative that doesn't fully engage.
Fun Fact
Cyndi Lauper, primarily known as a Grammy-winning musician, made her directorial debut with 'Behaving Badly'.
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