Kidulthood is a 2006 British drama film that follows the lives of a group of troubled 15-year-olds growing up in west London, over the course of a day in their lives. The film follows the characters, who come from different backgrounds and have different issues that they are dealing with, as they go about their daily routines and interact with each other.
The main character, Sam (played by Aml Ameen), is a troubled teenager who is dealing with the recent suicide of a classmate. He is struggling to deal with his own emotions and his relationships with his friends and family, as well as the challenges of growing up in a tough urban environment.
Other characters include Trife (played by Femi Oyeniran), a young man who is dealing with family issues and trying to make a name for himself on the streets; Jay (played by Adam Deacon), a cocky and aggressive teenager who is constantly getting into trouble; and Alisa (played by Red Madrell), a young woman who is struggling to deal with peer pressure and the expectations of her peers.
The film deals with a range of issues including teenage pregnancy, drug use, bullying, violence, and the challenges of growing up in a society that can be hostile to young people. The film was directed by Menhaj Huda and written by Noel Clarke, who also stars in the film as a teacher at the school attended by the main characters.
Kidulthood was a critical and commercial success in the UK, and was followed by two sequels: Adulthood (2008) and Brotherhood (2016). The film is known for its gritty and realistic portrayal of urban youth culture and has been described as a "British version of Boyz n the Hood".
