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NR201816mUnited States of America

Good Kids

“A neo-noir short film”

Synopsis

A neo-noir short film about three kids who get caught up in a night of chaos and violence after accidentally killing their drug dealer in a game of Russian roulette. The film explores the themes of substance abuse, peer pressure and the effects of bad decisions in a style reminiscent of intense thrillers like "Green Room" or "Good Time."

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

September 18, 2018

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Max Kaplan
Screenplay & Story
Max Kaplan, Alan David Mostrom, Christian Gentry
Original Score
Cole Hamel
Original Title
Good Kids
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
16m
Production Studios
Luminous Coast

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Max Kaplan

Screenplay & Story

Max Kaplan, Alan David Mostrom, Christian Gentry

Original Score & Music

Cole Hamel

Director of Photography

Samuel Wright Smith, Cole Peyton

Film Editing

Christian Gentry, Max Kaplan, Luke Holliday

Producers

Max Kaplan

Department Leadership Roster

Max Kaplan

Writer

Alan David Mostrom

Writer

Christian Gentry

Writer

Samuel Wright Smith

Director of Photography

Max Kaplan

Producer

Christian Gentry

Editor

Max Kaplan

Editor

Luke Holliday

Editor

Max Kaplan

Director

Maria Wurth

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Good Kids.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Good Kids

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Good Kids about?

A neo-noir short film about three kids who get caught up in a night of chaos and violence after accidentally killing their drug dealer in a game of Russian roulette. The film explores the themes of substance abuse, peer pressure and the effects of bad decisions in a style reminiscent of intense thrillers like "Green Room" or "Good Time."

Who directed Good Kids?

Good Kids was directed by Max Kaplan.

Who stars in Good Kids?

The principal cast of Good Kids includes Sam Sauer, Cole Hamel, Cleo Bowling, Stone Taul, Darren Brown.

When was Good Kids released and how long is it?

Good Kids was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 16m.

Who composed the musical score for Good Kids?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Good Kids was composed by Cole Hamel.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Good Kids?

Good Kids holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).