
The Young and the Damned
Directed by Luis Buñuel
Produced by Ultramar Films
A bleak, unflinching portrait of moral corruption and survival in urban poverty, where childhood innocence is systematically destroyed by circumstance and peer influence.
A group of juvenile delinquents live a violent life in the infamous slums of Mexico City; among them Pedro, whose morality is gradually corrupted and destroyed by the others.
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Where to watch
Not available in United States — it streams in other countries.
Questions people ask
Is The Young and the Damned sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is The Young and the Damned easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Does The Young and the Damned end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 91% of films.
Is The Young and the Damned violent? Yes. More violent than 88% of films.
Is The Young and the Damned scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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Like The Young and the Damned
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Young and the Damned
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Young and the Damned, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Young and the Damned, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Young and the Damned, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.























































