The Kids Aren't All Right

Like those in Over The Edge and Lost Angels, the parents in Larry Clark's Kids are either noticeably absent or hopelessly naive. As a result, the teens portrayed in Clark's film (which boasts the film debut of present Hollywood hot-property Chloe Sevigny) are dispassionate, directionless and devoid of virtually any redeemable qualities. While at times gratuitous (and clearly the least memorable of all three films), Kid's distressing depiction of 1990s inner city youth culture should not be ignored. As did Kaplan 16 years earlier, Clark warns of the impending downfall of a society that ignores its young. However, unlike Kaplan's teens who targeted their rage toward the generations that came before them, Clark's "kids" only bring destruction upon themselves.

While notable simply as engaging films, Over The Edge, Lost Angels and Kids remain memorable for more than merely their entertainment value. They offer intense and accurate portraits of three decades of renegade youth culture, and offer clear warnings for present and future generations - should they be willing to listen.

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