Kidulthood (rendered as
KiDULTHOOD) is a 2006 British
drama film about the life of several teenagers in
Ladbroke Grove and
Latimer Road area of inner west London. It was directed by
Menhaj Huda and written by
Noel Clarke, who also stars in the film and directed the
sequel Adulthood. The majority of the characters in the film generally behave in a violent and lawless manner. They are portrayed as being reckless and antisocial young people who commit crimes such as petty theft and serious violence. The film also showcases how the characters engage in recreational drug taking and some sexual behaviour.