Scum (1979)

In Borstal, survival rules!

★ 7.1 1h 36m Drama · Crime

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.

Director

Alan Clarke

Cast

Ray Winstone, Mick Ford, Julian Firth, John Blundell, Phil Daniels, John Judd, Philip Jackson, Peter Howell

Country

United Kingdom

Released

September 12, 1979