IMDb 6.1 1980 HD

Foxes

Foxes

1980
Drama Thriller
106 min R USA
5.933 / 10
6.1 IMDB

A group of friends come of age in the asphalt desert of the San Fernando Valley, as set to a blazing soundtrack and endless drinking, drugs and sex.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Adrian Lyne
Starring
Jodie Foster / Cherie Currie / Marilyn Kagan / Scott Baio / Sally Kellerman / Kandice Stroh / Lois Smith / Randy Quaid

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

raw energetic rebellious hedonistic coming-of-age stark unvarnished youthful nostalgic challenging

Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
May 23, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'Foxes' plunges into the heart of adolescent rebellion within the sun-drenched expanse of the San Fernando Valley. The film's energy is palpable, driven by a vibrant soundtrack and a cast, notably Jodie Foster, who embody the recklessness and…

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Arthur Finch
May 23, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

The promise of 'Foxes' lies in its ambitious attempt to capture the wild spirit of youth in the San Fernando Valley. The film is awash in a soundtrack that aims to invigorate, accompanying scenes of endless drinking, drugs,…

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Penelope Davies
May 23, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

A visceral dive into the asphalt heart of the San Fernando Valley, 'Foxes' is a compelling, if challenging, exploration of adolescence. The film's power stems from its unvarnished depiction of a group of friends embracing a lifestyle of…

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Marcus Bellweather
May 23, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'Foxes' presents a potent, albeit sometimes overwhelming, portrait of young lives lived on the edge. Set against the backdrop of the San Fernando Valley, the film thrives on its commitment to depicting a scene of pervasive hedonism, fuelled…

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Eleanor Vance
May 23, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Venturing into the San Fernando Valley's sun-baked sprawl, 'Foxes' offers a raw, unflinching gaze at adolescent excess. Jodie Foster anchors a cast navigating a landscape of endless parties, driven by a potent soundtrack. The film's strength lies in…

FAQs

The film tackles mature themes such as drug use, sexual exploration, and the general recklessness of youth head-on. It doesn't shy away from depicting the less glamorous aspects of adolescent life, using these elements to build a realistic portrayal of its characters' environment and struggles. The overall tone suggests an intent to reflect the uninhibited nature of the period and the characters' experiences.