This one is different.

Shot in one take, the peculiar German production may surprise even the most experienced viewer. It may also evoke rather violent emotional responses. I discussed the movie with a friend and we both agreed that the way it was shot, the actors and the directing were all aiming towards a sensation of "realness", which is probably the reason why you are so engaged throughout the evolution of the plot, reacting so strongly as the story takes some unforeseen turns.

I strongly advise you against watching the trailer or reading anything that may give the plot away, because chances are you will damage the intended abruptness, which for me was one of the most important and enjoyable aspects.

Written by a 19-year-old Harmony Korine, the film presents the day-to-day lives of an ethnically diverse group of New York teenagers. Chloë Sevigny and Rosario Dawson made their debuts in this. The movie (not surprisingly) was produced at the beginning by Gus Van Sant. Controversial at its time, it features alcohol, drug use and sexually explicit scenes of sometimes very young kids. Considering the experimental and the incipient nature of the production, it turned out pretty decent.