About the Film
The devastating story of brothers Lafayette and Pharoah Rivers, children of the Chicago ghetto, is powerfully told here by a Wall Street Journal reporter who first met the boys in 1985 when they were 10 and 7, respectively. Their family includes a mother, a frequently absent father, an older brother, and younger triplets. We witness the horrors of growing up in an ill-maintained housing project tyrannized by drug gangs and where murders and shootings frequently occur.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: There Are No Children Here is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and tv movie movie from 1993. Directed by Anita W. Addison, and starring Oprah Winfrey, Maya Angelou, Keith David The devastating story of brothers Lafayette and Pharoah Rivers, children of the Chicago ghetto, is powerfully told here by a Wall Street Journal reporter who first met the boys in 1985 when they were 10 and 7, respectively.
Fan Reception: Boasting a solid score of 7/10, There Are No Children Here delivers a polished experience that stands out in the crowded Drama landscape.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with tv movie elements, There Are No Children Here deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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