The Nickel Children is a 2005 film that premiered on April 5, 2005. The movie has a duration of 95 minutes and was produced in the United States with a budget of $2,000,000. The film features a talented cast including Max Perlich as The Bald Man, Mark Boone Junior as The Driver, Riley Mclendon as Nolan, Holly Stenson as Bus Station Mother, Tom Sizemore as Feedo, Ron Jeremy (credited as Ron Hyatt) as The Hand, Talia-Lynn Prairie as Young Cat, Jeremy Sisto as The Doctor, Roberta Hanley as The Waitress, Chris Hanley as The Cook, Maeve Quinlan as The Mother, Marsha Thomason as Beatrice, John Billingsley as Wire Rimmed Man, Mark Romeo as Detective, Tamara Hope as Cat, Hank Cheyne as Angry Father, Ryan R. Johnson as The Security Guard, Matt O'Tool as The Ticketer, Won G (credited as Police Officer #1), Shelli Desai as Clerk, Isabelle Irene Callahan as Crying Girl, and others.
The Nickel Children follows the story of a group of homeless teenagers struggling to survive on the streets of Los Angeles. The film delves into the harsh realities faced by these young individuals as they navigate through life in search of hope and a better future. Max Perlich delivers a powerful performance as The Bald Man, a figure of authority among the group who tries to protect and guide the teenagers through the dangers of their environment.
Mark Boone Junior shines as The Driver, a mysterious and enigmatic character who is both a source of fear and fascination for the young protagonists. The film explores themes of survival, friendship, and the bonds that form between those who are fighting to stay alive in a harsh and unforgiving world.
With its raw and gritty portrayal of life on the streets, The Nickel Children is a poignant and thought-provoking film that sheds light on the struggles faced by marginalized youth. The stellar cast delivers captivating performances that bring depth and emotion to the characters they portray, making this film a powerful and moving cinematic experience.
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