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Smashing Kids

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1975-08-14
26m
English
Released

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Children growing up in poverty is the subject of Smashing Kids, 1975. John Pilger meets the Hopwoods, of Liverpool, where hunger has become a way of life during father Harry’s unemployment as his family of five survive on £1 a day. The wallpaper in their council house is torn and there are no clothes in the couple’s wardrobe and no sheets on their bed. The family have never had a holiday and Harry tells Pilger: “It would be easier to serve time than to put up with this.”

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Stream Smashing Kids online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about documentary movie originally produced in English and released in 1975, it's earned a solid 0.0/10 from 0 viewers worldwide.

About Smashing Kids

Children growing up in poverty is the subject of Smashing Kids, 1975. John Pilger meets the Hopwoods, of Liverpool, where hunger has become a way of life during father Harry’s unemployment as his family of five survive on £1 a day. The wallpaper in their council house is torn and there are no clothes in the couple’s wardrobe and no sheets on their bed. The family have never had a holiday and Harry tells Pilger: “It would be easier to serve time than to put up with this.” Running 26 minutes.

Smashing Kids Cast and Characters

The cast features John Pilger. Their performances are a major reason Smashing Kids has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Smashing Kids

Smashing Kids flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Smashing Kids online for free?

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How long is Smashing Kids?

Smashing Kids runs for 26 minutes (about 0.4 hour).

Is Smashing Kids good? What's the rating?

Smashing Kids holds a 0.0/10 rating based on 0 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of Smashing Kids?

The main cast includes John Pilger.

Is Smashing Kids available in English?

Yes — Smashing Kids was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was Smashing Kids released?

Smashing Kids was released in 1975.

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What is Smashing Kids about?

Smashing Kids is a Documentary English-language film. Children growing up in poverty is the subject of Smashing Kids, 1975. John Pilger meets the Hopwoods, of Liverpool, where hunger has become a way of life during father Harry’s unemployment as his family of five survive on £1 a day. The wallpaper in their council house is torn and there are no clothes in the couple’s wardrobe and no sheets on their bed. The family have never had a holiday and Harry tells Pilger: “It would be easier to serve time than to put up with this.”

When was Smashing Kids released?

Smashing Kids was released on August 14, 1975. It has a runtime of 26m.

Who stars in Smashing Kids?

Smashing Kids stars John Pilger. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Smashing Kids available in HD?

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