Sticks & Stones
“Three friends took a stand one summer and changed their lives forever.”
Synopsis
For three junior high friends, growing up takes a dangerous turn when the vicious local bully targets them. With no one to turn to but each other, they muster the courage to take a shot at settling the score.
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Sticks & Stones - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-10-04
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 20, 1997
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Neil Tolkin
- Screenplay & Story
- Neil Tolkin
- Original Score
- Hummie Mann
- Original Title
- Sticks & Stones
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Goldbar Entertainment, Hallmark Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Neil Tolkin
Neil Tolkin
Hummie Mann
Avraham Karpick
Lisa Bromwell
Bill Barnett, Harel Goldstein
Department Leadership Roster
Neil Tolkin
Director
Beth Hara
Costume Design
Lisa Bromwell
Editor
Ladislav Wilheim
Production Design
Avraham Karpick
Director of Photography
Neil Tolkin
Writer
Bill Barnett
Producer
Harel Goldstein
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sticks & Stones
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What is Sticks & Stones about?
For three junior high friends, growing up takes a dangerous turn when the vicious local bully targets them. With no one to turn to but each other, they muster the courage to take a shot at settling the score.
Who directed Sticks & Stones?
Sticks & Stones was directed by Neil Tolkin.
Who stars in Sticks & Stones?
The principal cast of Sticks & Stones includes Justin Isfeld, Max Goldblatt, Chauncey Leopardi, Jordan Brower, Gary Busey.
When was Sticks & Stones released and how long is it?
Sticks & Stones was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Sticks & Stones?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sticks & Stones was composed by Hummie Mann.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sticks & Stones?
Sticks & Stones holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).