Ken Park

A haunting and unflinching portrayal of teenage life, "Ken Park" is a psychological drama that delves into the dark and dysfunctional lives of four young people who knew the eponymous Ken Park. Set in Visalia, California, the film follows Ken's shocking suicide, which bookends the story of his acquaintances - Shawn, Tate, Claude, and Peaches - each struggling with their own unique struggles, from abusive fatherhood to obsessive religiosity. The film's raw and unapologetic portrayal of teenage angst and trauma is both deeply unsettling and thought-provoking, making for a challenging but ultimately necessary watch.