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Lucas (1986)

“It's about falling in love. For the first time.”

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Plot

In the midst of the tumultuous battlefield that is high school, we find Lucas, a 14-year-old prodigy, striving to survive. Despite his intellect, curiosity and industrious nature, Lucas is often the target of ridicule due to his small stature and lack of athletic prowess, earning him the unfortunate moniker of 'leukoplakia'. His peers, unable to appreciate his precocious knowledge, greet his demonstrations of erudition with disdain. But there's a silver lining to his clouded school life - Cappie, the virile, heroic football captain, who steps up to shield Lucas from his tormentors, recognizing and valuing the young boy's courage and intellect. However, the equilibrium of this unlikely friendship teeters on the brink when Maggie, a captivating newcomer, steps into their world. She quickly becomes Lucas’s closest confidante, intrigued by his diverse talents. Yet, as fate would have it, she finds herself drawn towards Cappie, stirring a whirlwind of emotions in all three. Lucas experiences the sting of heartbreak for the first time as his protector morphs into a rival for Maggie's affections. Despite the burgeoning romantic tension, Cappie grapples to maintain the bond of friendship with Lucas while navigating the complexities of young love. "Lucas" is a poignant tale of adolescent love, friendship, and heartache, set against the backdrop of high school dynamics, revealing the struggle of a young boy caught in the crossfire of emotional growth and social acceptance.

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Lucas is a comedy movie featuring Corey Haim.

Lucas is currently streaming on DIRECTV.