Joysticks
Director: Greydon Clark
Actors: Joe Don Baker, Leif Green, Jim Greenleaf
PlotIn a small town, the local arcade becomes the hotspot for teenagers looking for fun and an escape from the mundane aspects of life. Managed by a young, enthusiastic gamer, the arcade is more than just a place to play games; it becomes a haven where friendships are formed, and rivalries are born. The arcade's popularity, however, doesn't sit well with everyone in town. Among its detractors is a wealthy businessman who sees the arcade and its influence on the youth as a moral decay, threatening the fabric of the community he wants to maintain. Determined to shut it down, he embarks on a crusade against the establishment, rallying other concerned parents and officials to his cause.
Caught in the crossfire are the teenagers and the arcade's manager, who must band together to save their beloved hangout. They face the challenge not only of proving that the arcade is a positive influence but also of navigating the trials of growing up. Amidst this battle, the arcade becomes more than the sum of its games, evolving into a symbol of resistance against the overreach of authoritarian figures in the lives of the youth. The manager and the teens devise creative strategies to keep the arcade's doors open, all while learning valuable lessons about unity, friendship, and standing up for what they believe is right.
Writers: Al Gomez, Mickey Epps, Curtis Burch
Release Date: 04 Mar 1983
Runtime: 88 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Scorpion's rare Blu-ray is outpaced by MVD's richer release and Joysticks epitomizes '80s pop culture.
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