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Hard Knocks

1980Movie1 h 25 min

65

GoodGoodWatch score

65

GoodGoodWatch score

Summary

A young girl with a background of urban poverty and juvenile crime, attempts to become a fashion model. The hypocrisy and double standards of society are juxtaposed against the confusion and frustration she feels as she struggles to become part of a community that has no place for her.

Good for

Friends night
Drop-in friendly
Thought-provoking

Where to watch

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Not streaming in any country yet.

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by: Don McLennan
Written by: Hilton Bonner, Don McLennan
Produced by: Hilton Bonner, Don McLennan
Music by: Greig Pickhaver, Lloyd Carrick

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

October 23, 1980 · 1 h 25 min · Sexual Content, Strong Language

Released: October 23, 1980
Runtime: 1 h 25 min
Content: Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres: Drama
Original language: English
Made in: Australia
Budget: $35,000

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Hard Knocks worth watching?"

Questions about Hard Knocks

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Hard Knocks worth watching?

65

GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65 (IMDb 6).

Is Hard Knocks plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Hard Knocks good for date night?

AdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

Not really: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.