15: The Movie

15: The Movie

2003 · 93 min · ZH · 4.7 (19 votes)
Dir. Royston Tan · Starring Melvin Chen, Erick Chun, Melvin Lee, Vynn Soh, Shaun Tan
ComedyCrimeDrama

Fast, frenetic, and furious best describe the story of five teenage boys all but abandoned by the system, estranged from any parents, and discarded by life in general. They build a world of there own in which gangs, drugs, fighting, body piercing, self-harm, and even suicide are considered commonplace. The film highlights their harrowing place in time and this small world; where brotherhood is valued above all else. Impressively acted by actual street kids, the movie highlights a gritty side of modern-day Singaporean life.

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A raw, unflinching look at teenage outcasts finding brutal solidarity amidst urban decay. It’s a visceral, intense experience that captures the desperate energy of youth on the fringes, where loyalty is forged in fire and survival is the only goal.

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