The Devil's Playground is a fascinating and moving documentary about a little-known aspect of Amish life. Amish are not permitted to join the church until their late teens, and have to do so of their own volition. The film explores Rumspringa, wherein young Amish are given the opportunity to explore the "English" way of life.
Directed by Lucy Walker
amish
woman director
rumspringa
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Lucy Walker
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Lucy Walker
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Popular Reviews
7 reviews
Hannah
4.4★ · 11/19/24
Why were they filming these Amish teenagers doing illegal drugs and having sex in the corner?
Why were they filming these Amish teenagers doing illegal drugs and having sex in the corner?
Braeden
8.0★ · 02/05/23
Incredibly interesting topic to someone like me who has little exposure to this lifestyle. Sheds a tremendous amount of light on these people who are so often mocked in modern culture. Simultaneously heartbreaking yet hopeful. Great documentary.
4/5 stars.
Incredibly interesting topic to someone like me who has little exposure to this lifestyle. Sheds a tremendous amount of light on these people who are so often mocked in modern culture. Simultaneously heartbreaking yet hopeful. Great documentary.
