Wasted 2009
Stuart Davids' raw 2009 drama Wasted pulls back the curtain on the harsh realities lurking beneath Scotland's urban surface.
Director: Stuart Davids
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wasted (2009) about?
Wasted (2009) traces the downward spiral of two Scottish teens who run away from home and turn to drugs to numb the emptiness in their lives. As their choices narrow, the film explores how desperation reshapes relationships and erodes hope.
Who directed Wasted?
Stuart Davids directed Wasted, delivering a stark and unflinching portrait of urban struggle and personal collapse.
Who stars in Wasted?
Kate Dickie and Gary Lewis headline the cast, joined by emerging talent Cavan Bolland and Paul Donnelly in pivotal roles.
Is Wasted (2009) worth watching?
While Wasted (2009) isn't widely rated on IMDb, its uncompromising tone and authentic performances make it a compelling watch for fans of raw social dramas. If you appreciate films that tackle hard truths with honesty, it's worth seeking out.
How long is Wasted?
Wasted runs 110 minutes, packing its compelling narrative into a tight but impactful runtime.
About Wasted (2009) — A Gritty Scottish Tale of Addiction and Survival
Stuart Davids' raw 2009 drama Wasted pulls back the curtain on the harsh realities lurking beneath Scotland's urban surface. The film follows a pair of desperate teenagers spiralling deeper into addiction as they flee from both the law and the hollow futures staring them in the face. Shot through with gritty realism and echoing with the unflinching sounds of city streets, the story captures the brutal cycle of need and escape that tightens its grip on two young lives.
With a steady hand behind the camera, Davids balances bleak desperation with fleeting moments of fragile humanity, painting a portrait that lingers long after the final frame. Wasted (2009) dives fearlessly into themes of loss, survival, and the fragile threads that connect us all when society writes us off too soon.