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Suburbia 1984

“The kids from... The Wild Side... The Side You've Never Seen.”

★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 101 votes R DramaMusicThriller Released
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What is Suburbia?

Topic: Film "Suburbia" (1984/1983). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.

Type
Film
Year
1984
Status
Released
Runtime
94 minutes
Release date
Apr 13, 1984
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
New World Pictures
Genres
Drama, Music, Thriller
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★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 101 votes
Episode runtime
~94 minutes
Status
Released
Network
New World Pictures
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Topic: Film "Suburbia" (1984/1983).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
Write ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
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Source [1]: Title: Suburbia (1984). Release date (US): 04/13/1984. Genres: Drama, Music, Thriller. Runtime: 1h 34m. Tagline: "The kids from... The Wild Side... The Side You've Never Seen."
Source [2]: Synopsis: "When household tensions and a sense of worthlessness overcome Evan, he finds escape when he clings with the orphans of a throw-away society. The runaways hold on to each other like a family until a tragedy tears them apart."
Source [3]: Also known as: Rebel Streets and The Wild Side. Year: 1983. American coming-of-age thriller drama film. Written and directed by Penelope Spheeris. Produced by Roger Corman.
Source [4]: Directed by Penelope Spheeris. Cast: Chris Pedersen, Bill Coyne, Jennifer Clay, Timothy O'Brien. Synopsis variation

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“A gripping exploration of drama and music that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Suburbia worth watching?

Suburbia holds a community rating of 6.7/10 based on 101 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Music for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Suburbia and when was it released?

Suburbia is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 1984. Release status: Released.

Who directed Suburbia?

Suburbia was directed by Penelope Spheeris.

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