Devil's Playground
Amish Teenagers In The Modern World
2002 · 1h 17m · N/A
Documentary
Directed by
Lucy Walker
Overview
The Devil's Playground is a fascinating and moving documentary about a little-known aspect of Amish life. Amish are not permitted to join the church until their late teens, and have to do so of their own volition. The film explores Rumspringa, wherein young Amish are given the opportunity to explore the "English" way of life.
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