Enough already with "it's too important to ignore." Whoa, teens shoplift, make out, pierce their navels and hang out in the park at night! Whodathunk? Really, the only "shocking" moments are a scene or two of self-abuse, which failed to be properly integrated into the storyline.
I can see the comparisons to KIDS, but the relationship between the two girls reminded me more of HEAVENLY CREATURES, down to their parents separating them when things get too intense between them.
Praise the acting (Hunter is her usual excellent self), 'cause that's all to admire here. The cinematography is muted, the camera work consists of a lot of artsy dutch angles, characterization is underdeveloped, and the movie ends inconclusively. THIRTEEN is pretty shoddy indie film that aims for art and a social meaning, but, honestly, there's nothing here you haven't seen before.
I can see the comparisons to KIDS, but the relationship between the two girls reminded me more of HEAVENLY CREATURES, down to their parents separating them when things get too intense between them.
Praise the acting (Hunter is her usual excellent self), 'cause that's all to admire here. The cinematography is muted, the camera work consists of a lot of artsy dutch angles, characterization is underdeveloped, and the movie ends inconclusively. THIRTEEN is pretty shoddy indie film that aims for art and a social meaning, but, honestly, there's nothing here you haven't seen before.