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Short Term 12 [Blu-ray]

John Gallagher, Jr. (Actor), Brie Larson (Actor), Destin Cretton (Director), Rated:
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Format: Blu-ray
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 336 ratings
IMDb7.9/10.0
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Genre Drama
Format Blu-ray, Multiple Formats, AC-3, Dolby, Widescreen
Contributor Rami Malek, Ron Najor, Destin Daniel Cretton, Kaitlyn Dever, Alex Calloway, Stephanie Beatriz, Melora Walters, Diana-Maria Riva, Kevin Hernandez, Joshua Astrachan, John Gallagher Jr., John Gallagher, Jr., Asher Goldstein, Frantz Turner, Destin Cretton, Keith Stanfield, Maren Olson, Brie Larson See more
Language English
Runtime 1 hour and 36 minutes
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Short Term 12 is told through the eyes of Grace, a twenty-something supervisor at a foster-care facility for at-risk teenagers. Passionate and tough, Grace is a formidable caretaker of the kids in her charge -- and in love with her long-term boyfriend and co-worker, Mason. But Grace's own difficult past -- and the surprising future that suddenly presents itself -- throw her into unforeseen confusion, made all the sharper with the arrival of a new intake at the facility: a gifted but troubled teenage girl with whom Grace has a charged connection. While the subject matter is complex and often dark, this lovingly realized film finds truth -- and humor -- in unexpected places.

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"Nuanced, raw and compelling...offers inspiration and redemption, along with grittiness, intimacy and unexpected humor." --USA Today

"A delicate intensity of feeling...a terrific, completely persuasive Brie Larson." --The New York Times

"A drama of astonishing emotional purity. Grade: A" --Entertainment Weekly

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ R (Restricted)
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.4 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ NWVG88130052000BR
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Destin Cretton, Destin Daniel Cretton
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ Blu-ray, Multiple Formats, AC-3, Dolby, Widescreen
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 36 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ January 14, 2014
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ John Gallagher, Jr., Brie Larson, Kaitlyn Dever, John Gallagher Jr., Keith Stanfield
  • Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ French
  • Producers ‏ : ‎ Joshua Astrachan, Maren Olson, Ron Najor, Asher Goldstein
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ New Video Group
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00FGVRZOM
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 336 ratings

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5.0 out of 5 stars At a Residential Setting for At-Risk Teens, There’s Some Major Reciprocal Healing Going On
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2018
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In this wise and serious story, with bright undernotes of humor, some troubled teens are overseen by several young adults (very) in a residential foster setting. There is a resident therapist, and the monitors’ responsibility is to “create a safe environment,” but what you’re about to witness is some extraordinary, natural, interactive therapy. Pretty unhampered by the more strict protocol of clinical degrees, and naturally gifted with an abundance of humanity and exceptional instincts, their intuitive interventions are nonetheless very therapeutic. There are some actions on the part of the staff, however, that could qualify for unacceptable reactivity, with the strong possibility of legal consequences. Grace (Brie Larson) has a keen sense of what’s needed— an attentive listen, some shared drawing, playful repartee, and fast legs to catch up with escapees. She shares, at first, bits and pieces of herself. Mason (John Gallagher,Jr), on the other hand, is the king of self-disclosure, and often, even his most embarrassing revelations seem helpful to the kids in sharing his own deficits and insecurities. Both are affectionate with the kids, in a reparenting, unthreatening sort of way, taking their cues from the kids. The amorous and sometimes fragile relationship between Grace and Mason is prominent in the storyline. This is a winning piece, skillfully written and directed by Destin Cretton, inspired by his own experience working in a similar setting. All the acting is first rate, particularly by the 2 leads, with noteworthy performances by Kaitlyn Dever and Lakeith Stanfield. His rap song “So You Know What it’s Like” goes right to the heart and gut. Joe West’s score is impressive, as is the cinematography by Brett Pawlak and editing by Nat Sanders. The film is touching, it’s raw, and it’s relevant for any time.
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5.0 out of 5 stars IMO Best Movie of 2013
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2013
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Short Term 12 is nothing short of phenomenal. I saw it by myself on opening day, then took my family the next weekend to see it again. Needless to say, I can't wait until January to buy it.

Although one might think this film would be emotionally manipulative, it's not that kind of film. It doesn't take the easy path, and it earns every emotion felt throughout the film. The dialogue isn't as natural and flowing as The Spectacular Now (another of my faves this year), but the film makes up for it in intensity. Add in some moments of humor at some of the most intense times and you have (to use a cliché) "an emotional roller coaster."

Brie Larson should be Oscar-bound with her turn as Grace, the foster care facility staff member that is not too far removed from the kids in her care. John Gallagher Jr. is great as Grace's boyfriend/co-worker trying to deal with her peculiarities. Kaitlyn Dever is great as Jayden, the new intake at the facility that Grace tries to reach out to, seeing herself in more ways than one. But the true discovery in Short Term 12 (since Ms. Larson has been around a while, just not a household name yet) is Keith Stanfield, who plays Marcus, the soft-spoken one who is about to "age-out" of the facility and seems terrified of what his future might be outside the facility walls.

Stanfield has two of the most emotional scenes in the film, including his somber, heartbreaking rap (his own composition, which also should be Oscar-bound) dealing with his abuse at his mother's hands and his vow to rise above that. Dever has one of the most heartbreaking scenes also, using her short story to open a window inside her head.

After watching this film, I gained new respect for my wife who did the same job 20 years ago.
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5.0 out of 5 stars True to life
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2019
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Very realistic. Most of the front line staff at group homes may as well have been residents who just aged out and came back. It's like coming home. Except you wouldn't have 4 staff all going after a runner. Just one, while everybody else stayed back to keep the other kids contained. We had a Quiet Room where I worked, but those have been outlawed, at least in California, many years ago. I loved hearing about Marcus' outcome. A lot of kids don't get there. It's really hard not to remain institutionalized into adulthood. Most convicts in prisons either came out of foster care or should have been in foster care, but one thing this movie doesn't address is how much abuse happens in foster care too. It's not a perfect system by a long shot, but in many cases group homes are a safe place because there are lots of people making sure the kids are genuinely looked out for there. I've known some awesome foster/adoptive parents though. We need more god people volunteering. It's so important and it can make the difference between life and death. Good movie.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love This Movie!
Reviewed in Canada on December 23, 2017
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Amazing movie, Brie Larson is such a great actress! Definitely will not disappoint :)
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Diego Armando Roque Montalvo
4.0 out of 5 stars Una obra inigualable
Reviewed in Mexico on March 9, 2017
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Brie Larson fue aqui donde se catapulto como gran actriz, la pelicula llego de maravilla solo que no se incluyo su slipcover
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on May 28, 2017
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Excellent movie and amazing deliver time
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