Devil's Playground
Rumspringa, literally, 'running around.' Given the choice, how many young people would endure eighteenth century religious strictures when they could indulge in twenty-first century pleasures? Amish youth are given just such a choice. On turning 16 they are turned loose to experience the outside world until they can decide whether or not to commit to a lifetime within the community. With this freedom comes many conflicting emotions; full-blown teenage mayhem coupled with deep religious roots - a brutal combination. "Devil's Playground" follows four Amish teens through this experience and is the first film to get inside the Amish community, revolutionizing our understanding of this unique American subculture.
Year: 2001
Genre: Documentaries, General Docos
Country: USA
Director: Lucy Walker
Duration: 77 Minutes
Rating: M
5.2/10
Location in store: Documentary (General)
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