Scum (1979)

In Borstal, survival rules!

Movie · Drama, Crime · 1h 36m · Rated 7.1/10 on TMDB · Released September 12, 1979

Overview

Carlin is a new reform school inmate with a reputation as a hard case. The authorities encourage gang leader Pongo to humble Carlin, but Carlin overtakes Pongo as Daddy of the ward. The guards institute a reign of terror and neglect, with Carlin emerging as an unlikely leader.

Directed by Alan Clarke

Cast

• Ray Winstone as Carlin
• Mick Ford as Archer
• Julian Firth as Davis
• John Blundell as Banks
• Phil Daniels as Richards
• John Judd as Mr. Sands
• Philip Jackson as Mr Greaves
• Peter Howell as Governor
• Bill Dean as Mr Duke
• John Grillo as Mr Goodyear
• P.H. Moriarty as Mr. Hunt
• Ray Burdis as Eckersley

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