![]() ![]() Overall, the movie is adept at combining enough sports action with this message so it doesn't come off as preachy, and should inspire discussion among families with kids who play sports. The father of the lead character also struggles with his mental and emotional well-being due to the concussions he received as an athlete in his younger years. The movie uses the story to explore relevant themes in contemporary sports, such as whether or not student athletes should be paid, especially when their family is struggling to make ends meet while the school and athletic program make millions of dollars off of their talents. ![]() There's frequent profanity, including the "N" word and "f-k." Some bullying and hazing occurs, as the lead character, still in 8th grade, has joined a team with older players. Parents need to know that Amateur is a 2018 drama in which a 14-year-old basketball star joins an elite college prep school and is thrust into the ethical concerns swirling around amateur athletics. ![]()
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