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Summary: Powerful Film
Review: Its not very often that you get a movie that really make you think about yourself and your surroundings, this one does. You never realize how bad things can get till they get there, often times. This movie should be shown in every classroom, in every school in the US. It is the best movie I've seen in my life. We watched it in my drama class, preparing to do the play, it was the only movie we ever watched where nobody spoke throughout the entire film. At the end we sat there, pondering what we had just seen, thinking about the people in our school, in our class, in ourselves. Some were on the verge of tears, I know I was. Even the teacher didn't move, we sat there through the credits, after the tape went off, as it began to rewind itself. Not one word uttered, not one motion in a High School classroom. That never happens, but that day it did. If you have a child, watch it with them. If your a teacher, show it to your class. This movie is highly under-rated. It is truly art, and when was the last time we said that, and meant it?
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Summary: Strong Reality Check
Review: "Bang Bang You're Dead" is a compelling movie aired on Showtime in 2002, starring Tom Cavanagh (TV's "Ed") and Ben Foster ("Get Over It"). It explores the graphic truths of school bullying and violence and how it affects its victims. This film, inspired by a true story, should be watched by every parent and everyone that works in an environment with kids. Its hardcore substance will surely touch its viewers like no other. This brilliant plot takes them on a journey to what such torture can result to if nobody listens or takes action. The extremity was necessary as a reality check for certain individuals, especially the language, the violence, and the self-destruction. Through attempted suicide, anger management, loneliness, the school play that relates to what could happen, and others, the realisms remain as powerful as they should be. All events lead to an undeniable conclusion that will keep audiences talking. The performances from the actors add to the emotional stance, namely Ben Foster's career best as the troubled student Trevor. They accent the individual personalities wonderfully. "Bang Bang You're Dead" is a great movie for those looking for a powerful theme. Audiences will never forget this. Those wanting to learn a little more about this subject should also watch the documentary "Bowling For Columbine", directed by Michael Moore. It has an eyeopening moment that relates to school bullying.
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Summary: How Compassionate Do You Think You Are?
Review: (...)After seeing this movie I can say that I really appreciate the work. It made me think twice about how I judge and label people. To know that real people in the the world struggle like these kide do was really eye opening. This movie was intense and my friends and I were in tears after watching this in our advanced theatre class. Our (...) drama program is putting on the play "Bang Bang You're Dead" and I admire the writter and the actors of this film-the message that they sent is very powerful.
I highly reccomend this movie to anyone who thinks that they posses even an ounce of compassion for their fellow man, becasue I guarantee it will make you think twice about how you treat others; no matter who you are.
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Summary: Feelings provoked that no other movie has done.....
Review: A few years ago (2001) I played the title role of Josh in 'Bang Bang You're Dead' the play in Massachusetts at Pioneer Valley Performing Arts High School, and it was the most challenging role I have ever played and the most rewarding experience of my life, no joke. The play was so amazing and brought out my emotions, that are normally kept hidden, in ways I've never known before. I feel in the very short time that I did the show, I tapped into so many emotions that I didn't know I had. It was so utterly real, that it was frightening for me to play Josh and to become (even for a few performances) the person that he was. I never shared his feelings before or had been through what he has in high school (thank god) and I feel so fortunate for my life. The screenplay is so exciting, thought-provoking, slap-in-face realistic etc. It spoke to me and impressed me more than any other play I have ever read or played in. The very same goes for the movie. I have seen many movies in my life (some pretty amazing ones are out there, ie. Donnie Darko, my favorite) but when I saw the movie two years after my portayal of Josh, the same emotions were brought out of me like the play. The play and the film are both amazing, and though may not stand out in special-effects or cinematography, it is a mind-boggler and not in a stupid- Vanilla Sky what-the-hell-is-going-on way but in a realistic, this is really life for thousands of people out there way. I highly suggest this movie and I highly suggest that every high school should either show this movie for the student body or, more importantly, put on the play for the community. It speaks out to everyone and you'd have to be heartless to scoff at this movie. It may feel like an exaggeration of realism to people who can't relate with this character, but you have to understand from his point of view because there are so many people out there that feel just like Josh and nothing being done about it. Maybe I am being biased because I was Josh in the play and really got into who he was and how he felt, nevertheless this movie is a must-see. Truly.
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Summary: a teacher / school administrator "must see"
Review: A very powerful, moving, realistic movie. Our counselor showed it to teachers after school. Many in tears, the teachers engaged in a great discussion about victims, trust, reactions, ...
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Summary: Excellent Movie
Review: As a teenager who can relate to what it's like to get picked on, I think this movie is excellent. I think everyone needs to see it if they really want to even begin to understand school violence. I don't know what to say to convince you to see this movie, so I'm not going to waste my time. See it. You'll love it. I know I did.
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Summary: Wow!
Review: At my new High school (Wasson) in Colorado Springs, we just watched Bang Bang, Your Dead in health class. Wasson has played this movie to everyone that has gone there for years. Anyways, when the movie was over, I didn't know whether to clap, or to cry. When it was over, everyone just stared in awe. I don't know if I'm crazy if I say its the best movie I've every seen. It has exactly everything to do with high school years and real life. I wanted to cry at the end because I knew a lot of kids in my school are suffering from the same topic shared in this movie. I recommened this movie is shown to EVERY sudent entering highschool. I know for sure I will buy this movie and show it to my friends. It has changed my life.
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Summary: Welcome to reality
Review: Bang Bang you're dead was a powerful film expressing the every day reality that the youth of today is forced to deal with. A young group of teens that is often pushed around or ignored finally comes to grips with the reality that there life will never change and must take matters into there own hands. This highly emotional film is nothing but truth. People must look out for one another and deal with the reality that lives with in our schools. This reality doesn't have to last forever if we fight to change it.
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Summary: insightful
Review: Definitely a movie that everyone should see, by thelselves. Gives some insight into school violence and younger minds.
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Summary: One of My Favorites
Review: For a movie that was made for Showtime, a friend and i watched this and found it to be absolutely outstanding. A movie about how teen violence and it how Trevor is affected by his surroundings. I recommend this movie to everyone.
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