Streetwise

Streetwise

1984 · 91 min · EN · 7.6 (46 votes)
Dir. Martin Bell · Starring Erin Blackwell, Dewayne Pomeroy, Roberta Joseph Hayes, Lulu Couch, Reed Early, Patrice Pitts · Streetwise Collection

The streets - your only chance for life.

Documentary

This documentary about teenagers living on the streets in Seattle began as a magazine article. The film follows nine teenagers who discuss how they live by panhandling, prostitution, and petty theft.

VIBE

A stark, unflinching look at the harsh realities faced by homeless teenagers. It's a raw, observational documentary that immerses you in their struggle for survival on the unforgiving streets.

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