Scum
"In Borstal, survival rules!"
Originally released in 1979. Scum is a drama/crime film. directed by Alan Clarke.
Starring Ray Winstone, Mick Ford, and Julian Firth
Synopsis
Powerful, uncompromising drama about two boys' struggle for survival in the nightmare world of Britain's notorious Borstal Reformatory.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 12, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (206 votes)
Budget
$420K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $420,000
Production Companies
- Berwick Street Productions
- Boyd's Company
- Kendon Films Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scum about?
Powerful, uncompromising drama about two boys' struggle for survival in the nightmare world of Britain's notorious Borstal Reformatory.
Who directed Scum?
Scum was directed by Alan Clarke.
How long is Scum?
Scum has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Scum released?
Scum was released on September 12, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Scum?
The main cast of Scum includes Ray Winstone, Mick Ford, Julian Firth, John Blundell, Phil Daniels.
Is Scum worth watching?
Scum has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 206 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.