12 O'Clock Boys: The Unconventional Escape of West Baltimore Youths
12 O'Clock Boys is a raw and unfiltered exploration of youth culture and resilience in West Baltimore, providing a unique perspective on the American urban experience.
30 Aug 2023
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Pug, an 11-year-old boy, is filmed over several years as he pursues his dream of joining the 12 O'Clock Boys, a group of urban dirt-bike riders in Baltimore.
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Pug, an 11-year-old boy, is filmed over several years as he pursues his dream of joining the 12 O'Clock Boys, a group of urban dirt-bike riders in Baltimore.
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Pug, an 11-year-old boy from West Baltimore, dreams of joining the 12 O'Clock Boys, a group known for their illegal dirt-bike stunts. The documentary, directed by Lotfy Nathan, follows Pug over several years as he pursues this passion, particularly after the death of his older brother. It features interviews with Pug's mother, Coco, and includes footage from local news reports and the group's own videos. The film captures the thrill and danger of urban dirt-bike culture.
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Why Watch
- See Pug's passion for dirt biking in Baltimore.
- Meet the 12 O'Clock Boys and their stunts.
- Follow the culture of illegal street riding.
Did You Know
- The 12 O'Clock Boys group started at illegal street rides in the early 2000s.
- Pug was filmed over several years starting at age 11.
- Lotfy Nathan, the director, was arrested once for suspicion of participating in the rides.
- The film premiered at South by Southwest in 2013.
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Dirt bike enthusiastsUrban cultureDocumentary fans
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Who directed the documentary 12 O'Clock Boys?
Lotfy Nathan directed the documentary 12 O'Clock Boys.
What is the duration of the film 12 O'Clock Boys?
The duration of 12 O'Clock Boys is 76 minutes.
When did 12 O'Clock Boys premiere at South by Southwest?
12 O'Clock Boys premiered at South by Southwest in 2013.
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