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Date Bait

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Family members and gangsters complicate the wedding plans of two rebellious teenagers.

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TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Dec 6 Date Bait (1960) is a challenging watch for modern audiences. While some older films can still feel relevant and engaging, this one struggles to translate its story to today’s context. The plot centers on teen romance and conflict, but the pacing and character motivations feel dated, making it difficult to connect with the narrative. Stylistically, it reflects the era, with performances and dialogue that now feel stiff and overly theatrical. While there’s a certain charm in seeing how films were made in the 1960s, Date Bait fails to hold attention, and the story doesn’t resonate as strongly in 2025. That said, it’s not entirely without merit. For fans of vintage cinema or those curious about the era, it may still be worth a viewing, though it requires patience and a willingness to overlook outdated storytelling. Overall, it’s more of a historical curiosity than a timeless classic. See more Blobbo X @Blobbo 04/05/2023 Typical low/no budget Drive-Inn fare. Amateur everything. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Family members and gangsters complicate the wedding plans of two rebellious teenagers.
Director
O'Dale Ireland
Producer
O'Dale Ireland
Screenwriter
O'Dale Ireland, Ethelmae Wilson Page, Ethelmae Wilson Page, Robert Slaven
Production Co
Marathon Pictures
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 9, 2016
Runtime
1h 11m
Sound Mix
Mono
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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