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Kids in America (2005)
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Reviews Counted:33
Fresh:6
Rotten:27
Average Rating:4.2/10
Theatrical Release:Oct 21, 2005 Limited
Box Office: $440,228
Synopsis: Based on real events, Kids In America is a teen comedy about a diverse group of high school kids who band together to peacefully kick their principal's ass. Boasting an impressive cast of both... [More]
Starring: Samantha Mathis, Elizabeth Perkins, Gregory Smith, Crystal Grant
Director: Josh Stolberg
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Reviews for Kids in America
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boy, does it kick goals! There's some real fun to be had here Full Review |
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The cast keeps it watchable, but it's not a flick you'll remember for more than 45 minutes. Full Review |
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3.5/4 |
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0/4 |
Even after 18 years of seeing every movie that plays here, I’m still surprised by some films. I even gave this one conflicting ratings. Full Review |
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Why did anyone bother making a teen movie after Heathers? No, really, why? Full Review |
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3.5/5 |
For sheer nerve, I give it full marks, even if it can't quite overcome its limitations in other areas. Full Review |
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2.5/4 |
(They) let their political agenda blunt the laughs, or, conversely, let their comedic inclinations dilute the film’s social message. Full Review |
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What a wasted opportunity. Full Review |
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C- |
Leaving the expression of 17 year-olds to the care of 35 year-old men is a good pathway to mediocrity, and a sure promise of insufferable, bogus screenwriting. Full Review |
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occasionally approaches a provocative topic... only to scurry back into the safety zone of slapstick and put-downs. Full Review |
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2/4 |
The screenplay tries to shake too many trees and ends up preaching - stabbing at straw men rather than taking the time to investigate problems with the education system. Full Review |
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Would be easier to root for if it weren't so very pleased with itself. Full Review |
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1.5/4 |
A muddled mess whose message gets lost in the confusion. Full Review |
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1/5 |
A feeble call to arms, and inept entertainment to boot. Full Review |
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2/4 |
While a title card at the beginning of the picture says the story is inspired by true events, it really should read, 'Inspired by another film.' Full Review |
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1.5/4 |
Filmmaker Josh Stolberg claims to have been inspired by real-life events, but mostly he ineptly rips off other movies and wastes a cast that includes Rosanna Arquette, Adam Arkin and Elizabeth Perkins. Full Review |
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