Allsorts
Allsorts

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Allsorts

1995
TV Show
Ended
9 Seasons
English

Allsorts is British children's television series that was produced by Granada Television for nine series, which aired from 8 January 1986 to 12 December 1995 on CITV.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Daniel S. GoldinGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A troubled young man named Billy finds himself at a crossroads in his life. After a series of misguided choices, he is sent to a juvenile detention center. There, he encounters a hardened inmate named Rex who takes him under his wing, teaching him the harsh realities of survival. Billy must navigate this dangerous environment while grappling with his past and trying to forge a different future.

Critical Reception

Allsorts received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the film to be a derivative and uninspired take on the prison drama genre. While some performances were noted, the overall narrative and execution were largely criticized.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Performances, particularly from Michael Ironside, offer moments of intensity but are not enough to elevate the material.

  • Lacks the grit and depth to effectively explore its themes of redemption and survival.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Allsorts' is not widely documented or readily available through public Google reviews.

Fun Fact

Peter Facinelli, who plays the lead role of Billy, was relatively unknown at the time of this film's release and would later gain significant fame for his roles in 'Twilight' and 'Nurse Jackie'.

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