Movies and TvShows featuring "juvenile-detention-center" theme.

Adonis Creed has been thriving in his career and family life. However, when a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy resurfaces, Adonis is forced to confront his past and face off in a boxing match. The fight becomes more than just a physical battle as Adonis must confront his guilt, shame, and the truth about his friend's motivations.

A prickly judge who despises juvenile criminals arrives at a juvenile court, where she takes on a complex role examining punishment for young offenders.

Angry Boys follows the lives of various characters, including twins, a juvenile delinquent, a rap star, and a deaf juvenile detention officer. The show delves into their relationships, struggles, and experiences, all within a comedic and dramatic framework.

After serving time in a youth correctional facility, a young man assumes the identity of a priest to escape his past. In a small town, he becomes the spiritual guide of the community, facing challenges in maintaining his fake identity while dealing with his own demons.

Lucy is apparently very confident, and quite "forward," as the saying used to be; she has made all the moves to pick up a staid lawyer-type for sex. Once back at her apartment, she sets a video camera going to record their coupling. However, someone breaks into the place while they are having at it, and she is barely able to leave the bed and hide before her sex-partner is killed. She never sees the intruder's face herself. In the aftermath, the terrified lass finds herself with a sympathetic female state-appointed attorney (since she's the obvious suspect) and together, they try to track down the murderer.

Born Innocent is a controversial drama that follows the story of a teenage girl who is sent to a brutal juvenile detention center. She must navigate the sadistic environment while dealing with abusive peers, corrupt prison workers, and a female prison gang. The film depicts the brutality and violence faced by the protagonist, including rape and torture. Through the story, it highlights issues of abuse, violation, and the struggle for survival in a corrupt system.

Crossing Over is a drama crime movie that explores interconnected storylines in Los Angeles. The film delves into various themes such as crime, immigration, and cultural clashes. It follows the lives of different characters, including immigrants, police officers, and aspiring actors, whose paths cross in unexpected ways. The movie highlights the challenges and struggles faced by immigrants, the complexities of the justice system, and the impact of cultural diversity on individual lives.

Set in the 1910s, King of Devil's Island tells the story of a reform school on a remote island in Norway. The school is known for its brutal methods and operates under oppressive conditions. The movie follows the revolt of the teenage inmates against the harsh treatment they endure. The revolt escalates into a violent showdown between the young boys and the authorities, highlighting themes of abuse, rebellion, and survival.

Freeway is a dark comedy about a teenage girl, Vanessa, who must go on the run from a psychopathic serial killer after her mother is arrested. Along the way, she encounters various eccentric characters, including a friendly prostitute and a manipulative hitchhiker. As Vanessa tries to navigate the dangerous streets of California, she must rely on her street smarts to survive.

Kelly keeps getting into trouble with the police. Her mother agrees to her going into a juvenile detention center overnight. She is kept there for much longer. During her incarceration, she is assaulted by inmates and abused by the system.

Ana, a convenience store clerk, forms an unlikely friendship with an 11-year-old girl who is dealing with her mother's arrest. Together, they embark on a journey of friendship and self-discovery, overcoming obstacles and forming a bond that changes both of their lives.

Seventeen is a heartwarming comedy-drama that follows the journey of three teenage misfits who embark on a life-changing road trip with a lovable dog. The trio, consisting of two brothers and their charismatic friend, navigate their way through the ups and downs of adolescence, discovering the true meaning of friendship, family, and self-discovery along the way.

Young Ahmed is about a 13-year-old boy named Ahmed who becomes increasingly radicalized in his devotion to Islam. He starts adopting fundamentalist beliefs and engages in extremist activities, which lead to a tragic event. The movie explores the themes of religion, fanaticism, and the conflicts faced by young individuals trying to find their identity.

A young boy loses his innocence in a pre-perestroika Russian prison during the chaotic last months of the Khrushchev regime

A 38-year-old rapper turned country rocker named Jelly Roll is taking the country by storm. Addressing his own struggles with mental health and addiction, Jelly Roll's journey from juvenile detention center to stardom is explored in this documentary.

Shimmer is a coming-of-age drama set in Iowa. It revolves around a young boy who is sent to a juvenile detention center and his journey of self-discovery and redemption.

In 1899 New York City, a group of newsboys, led by Jack Kelly, go on strike against Joseph Pulitzer and other newspaper publishers to protest the unfair working conditions and low wages. They form a union and fight for their rights, facing challenges and obstacles along the way.

Crime School is a crime drama about a group of boys who are sent to a reform school after getting involved in criminal activities. The story follows their journey as they face brutality and corruption within the school while also trying to find redemption and rebuild their lives. With themes of juvenile crime, inner-city youth, and criminal rehabilitation, Crime School explores the challenges and hardships faced by young individuals in the criminal justice system.

The United States of Leland (2003) is a crime drama that explores the story of a young boy named Leland Fitzgerald who commits a shocking murder of an intellectually disabled person. The movie delves into the complex emotions, motivations, and consequences that follow this tragic event. Leland's actions have a profound impact on his family, friends, and the community as a whole. Through the lens of this crime, the film explores themes of morality, redemption, and the eternal search for meaning.

The Little Thief is a film set in 1950s France, following the story of a teenage girl with a talent for stealing. She navigates through various challenges such as love triangles, an approved school, a cheating lover, and a lack of money. The film explores themes of precocity, escape, and the complexities of growing up.