The Award

About This Movie

So, 'The Award' from 1985 is this curious film that dives into the high school experience through a pretty unorthodox lens. You’ve got this football team, and instead of your typical teen drama, they decide to crown the 'Ugliest Girl in School' with an award. It’s a strange setup, for sure, but it kind of exposes the layers of peer pressure and the harsh realities of youth. The pacing feels like a slow burn, not rushing to resolve its themes of acceptance and self-image. Performances are, well, decent, capturing that awkwardness of adolescence without overplaying it. You get a vibe of earnestness that’s both uncomfortable and reflective. It’s a film that lingers in your mind long after the credits roll, making you think about the complexities of beauty standards.

Unique premise centered on high school dynamicsExplores themes of acceptance and self-imageSlow burn pacing with a reflective tone