The Outsiders (1983): Complete Movie Guide

A teen gang in rural Oklahoma, the Greasers are perpetually at odds with the Socials, a rival group. When Greasers Ponyboy (C. Thomas Howell) and Johnny (Ralph Macchio) get into a brawl that ends in the death of a Social member, the boys are forced to go into hiding. Soon Ponyboy and Johnny, along with the intense Dallas (Matt Dillon) and their other Greaser buddies, must contend with the consequences of their violent lives. While some Greasers try to achieve redemption, others meet tragic ends. This film is a powerful reminder of what it means to be stuck in the circumstances and groups of one's upbringing.

This product will help your students get the most out of this powerful film (easy to use format). This product includes a differences chart between the Greasers and Socs. It also includes a character reference sheet for your students, that will help them keep track of all the main characters in the film Ready to print and ready to use! No Prep! Help your students stay focused during this film and help them to grasp the most important information presented.

You can find the film here: The Outsiders 1983 (Amazon Prime)

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