Bully
A group of teenagers in South Florida enact a murder plot against their mutual bully, Bobby, who has emotionally, physically, and sexually abused them for years.
Critics Sentiment
Donny stabs Bobby while Marty and Kaufman finish killing
Bobby rapes Ali while forcing her to watch gay pornography
The film jumps from its lowest point during Bobby's sexual assault of Ali to building momentum as the murder plot develops and reaches its dramatic peak with the brutal killing sequence.
Critics found Bully to be a disturbing but compelling portrait of morally vacant teenagers, with the film building from deeply uncomfortable scenes of abuse to a powerful and brutal climax. While some reviewers struggled with Clark's unflinching approach to teenage sexuality and violence, most praised the authentic performances and the film's unflinching examination of wealthy youth culture. The courtroom finale provided an effective conclusion that highlighted the characters' continued inability to accept responsibility.
Full cast
Brad Renfro
Marty Puccio
Rachel Miner
Lisa Connelly
Nick Stahl
Bobby Kent
Bijou Phillips
Ali Willis
Michael Pitt
Donny Semenex
Kelli Garner
Heather Swallers
Daniel Franzese
Cousin Derek
Leo Fitzpatrick
The Hitman
Alan Lilly
Mr. Puccio
Nathalie Paulding
Claudia
Olivia Burnette
Jennifer Stable
Deborah Smith Ford
Farah Kent
Irene B. Colletti
Mrs. Veronica Puccio
Marc Pearson
Marty's Brother
Steve Raulerson
Mr. Willis
Judy Clayton
Mrs. Willis
Larry Clark
Hitman's Father
Ed Amatrudo
Fred Kent
Jessica Sutta
Blonde
Crew
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