Extracurricular
Extracurricular

Extracurricular

2020TV ShowCanceled1 SeasonKorean

Determined to escape a dead-end life, a gifted high school student turns to a world of serious crime to ensure he can pay for college.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Patrick O'BrienGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In this dark comedy, a popular high school student, struggling with his impending graduation and a mounting list of parental expectations, decides to join the school's extracurricular activities as a way to prolong his carefree teenage existence. However, his attempt to game the system leads him down an unexpected and increasingly absurd path, forcing him to confront his own ambitions and the true meaning of success.

Critical Reception

Extracurricular received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its unique premise and darkly humorous tone, while some found the pacing uneven. Audiences generally responded well to its relatable portrayal of adolescent anxieties and its satirical take on societal pressures.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp wit and satirical commentary on adolescent pressures.
  • Appreciated for its unconventional approach to a coming-of-age story.
  • Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable despite its humorous execution.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Vancouver, British Columbia, utilizing several local high schools as filming locations.

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