Mischief
1956: The shy Jonathan's luck with girls changes when he wins the rebellious Gene as a friend in his last year of high school. Gene is adored by many girls and manages to teach Jonathan a few lessons. Gene himself would rather just be with one girl: his girlfriend Bunny. But since his father is poor, her parents don't accept him.
Critics Sentiment
Jonathan and Marilyn become intimate for the first time
Gene's father kicks him out after the diner incident
The film peaks during Jonathan and Marilyn's intimate scene, then drops significantly when Gene's family troubles reach their breaking point.
The film maintains steady positive sentiment through its nostalgic 1950s setting and charming character relationships, peaking during the memorable sex scene that critics found surprisingly sweet and natural. While it dips during Gene's family crisis, the ending provides satisfying character growth that resonates with viewers as genuine coming-of-age storytelling.
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Doug McKeon
Jonathan Bellah
Catherine Mary Stewart
Bunny Miller
Kelly Preston
Marilyn McCauley
Chris Nash
Gene Harbrough
D.W. Brown
Kenny
Jami Gertz
Rosalie
Margaret Blye
Claire Miller
Graham Jarvis
Mr. Miller
Terry O'Quinn
Claude Harbrough
Darren Ewing
Ted
Dennis L. O'Connell
T.J.
Bob McGuire
Mr. Hewitt
Bryce Kasson
Robbie
Andrew Ream
Harry Horner
Julie Noble
Mrs. McCauley
Bob Banks
Mr. Hartman
Charles Dodrill
Mr. Horstadt
Jordan Baker
Mrs. Newell
Phillip S. Wilson
Mr. McCauley
Clarence Glover
Police Officer
Crew
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