Acid Test

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Acid Test

2021

1h 43m

Drama

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Set in 1992, against the backdrop of the presidential election between Bush, Clinton, and Perot, a Latina teen enters her senior year with life-long plans to attend Harvard. On a night out with her best friend, she discovers Riot Grrrl, an aggressive feminist punk music, and impulsively drops acid. As she drifts farther and farther from "the plan," she dives into new experiences, exploring her Mexican heritage, defining herself on her own terms, and rebelling against her father's control.

Nathaniel Muir

AIPT

It checks off all the right boxes, but ironically never sets about leaving its own mark. Acid Test is able to transport audiences to a different time, it just never has the emotional weight the script is aiming for.

Oct 4, 2022

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Joel Fisher

Battle Royale With Cheese

Although having good intentions, Acid Test needs a lot more depth to find an audience who will connect with its story.

Jun 27, 2022

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Alexis R

Great first feature from a promising team! Looking forward to their long career.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/15/22

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sirel w

The title doesn't really describe it because it actually had more substance than I was expecting and held that throughout the film. I don't want to give it away, but it deals with real issues in a real way that I haven't seen tackled in any dramatic movies that I've seen of this genre. Quite an honest film that is based on a real life situation, quite balanced. I would suggest parents and their teenagers who are about to go to college see this movie (17+). It can set expectations for both and start a good healthy conversation about upcoming separation and the future of their relationship. Enjoy!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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mia r

A must see!!! Based on true events. And unforgettable experience. Absolutely fresh look on family matters..Highly recommended.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Rebecca R

A must see for anyone who loves a coming of age movie. The actors seem genuine and I love the questions that Jenny (the main character) asks throughout the film as well as the advice given by the teacher and her best friend.Great camera work and editing. The subtle expressions of each character are captured and truly added to my enjoyment. This was my second viewing (I was fortunate to see this at the Austin Film festival). I saw so much more in the film during the second viewing. Can't wait for another film from this writer/director!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/12/22

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carole j

Tune in Turn on and Drop out! This film reminds one to stop for a moment and really tune in to oneself and listen to ones soul and not outside people of yourself. . Entertaining thought provoking film. This film is a lot fun!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Jennifer Waldo

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Juliana Destefano

Jenny

Brian Thornton

Jack

Mia Ruiz

Camelia

Reece Everett Ryan

Owen

Sara Gaston

Ms. Scattergood

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Set in 1992, against the backdrop of the presidential election between Bush, Clinton, and Perot, a Latina teen enters her senior year with life-long plans to attend Harvard. On a night out with her best friend, she discovers Riot Grrrl, an aggressive feminist punk music, and impulsively drops acid. As she drifts farther and farther from "the plan," she dives into new experiences, exploring her Mexican heritage, defining herself on her own terms, and rebelling against her father's control.

Director: Jennifer Waldo
Producer: Kerianne Parker, Anna Tran, Eddie Rodriguez, Hillary Felice
Screenwriter: Jennifer Waldo
Distributor: Giant Pictures
Production Co: Acid Test Productions
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 4, 2022
Runtime: 1h 43m

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