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Wild Child 2008

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★ 6.7/10 · 1,928 votes PG-13 ComedyDramaRomance Released
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What is Wild Child?

The film is a story about a 16-year-old girl who is sent to a boarding school in England. She is from a wealthy background, as evidenced by her access to unlimited credit cards.

Type
Film
Year
2008
Status
Released
Runtime
98 minutes
Release date
Aug 15, 2008
Original language
EN
Origin
France, United Kingdom, United States of America
Studios
Working Title Films, StudioCanal, Universal Pictures
Budget
$20,000,000
Revenue
$22,000,000
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Romance
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Overview

The film is a story about a 16-year-old girl who is sent to a boarding school in England. She is from a wealthy background, as evidenced by her access to unlimited credit cards. The girl's father, frustrated with her behavior, decides to enroll her in the boarding school as a means of discipline. At the school, she encounters a strict headmistress who is determined to teach her a lesson. The girl also meets a class of students who are not afraid to stand up to her and challenge her selfish ways. The film explores the girl's transformation as she navigates her new surroundings and learns to adapt to a more disciplined environment. The story centers around the girl's interactions with her peers and the headmistress, as she struggles to change her behavior and fit in with the school's values.

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Should you watch it?

“A spoiled teenager is sent to an English boarding school after a final thoughtless prank.”

Reasons to watch
  • engaging fish-out-of-water story
  • transformation arc
Keep in mind
  • predictable plot elements

Watch it if you enjoy coming-of-age stories about rebellious teens adjusting to strict new environments.

The film is rated PG-13 and features themes of teenage behavior and school life.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the genre of the film?

The film is categorized as a comedy, drama, and romance.

How long is the movie?

The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-eight minutes.

What is the premise?

A spoiled sixteen-year-old girl is sent to a boarding school in England by her father.

When was it released in the United States?

The film was released in the United States on November 17, 2009.

What is the main character's name?

The main character is a sixteen-year-old girl named Poppy.