
Sweet Sixteen
Determined to have a normal family life once his mother gets out of prison, a Scottish teenager from a tough background sets out to raise the money for a home.
Release Year
2002
Runtime
106 min
Audience Score
7.0
Genres
Crime, Drama
Story Snapshot
Determined to have a normal family life once his mother gets out of prison, a Scottish teenager from a tough background sets out to raise the money for a home.
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Sweet Sixteen is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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