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3,000 kids. One judge. The scandal that rocked the nation.

“A shocking and impartial portrait of justice denied and childhoods erased.”
- Jeannette Catsoulis, The New York Times CRITICS PICK!

“Stellar! Compelling and well-reported. Bring something you can punch, as you will be furious.”
- Alan Scherstuhl, The Village Voice CRITICS PICK!

“Heartbreaking. Impressive and enraging!”
- Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune

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- Entertainment Weekly

“Powerful and chilling! No-nonsense, no-stone-unturned filmmaking.”
- Steven Rea, The Philadelphia Inquirer

“It’s a huge story, and Kids for Cash provides a measure of justice.”
- David Edelstein, New York Magazine

A gut-punch of a documentary. May is a gifted storyteller. The movie equivalent of a page turner!
- Carrie Rickey, Philadelphia Magazine

“Riveting! A real-life thriller that rivals the most dramatic fiction in terms of emotional impact.”
- The Hollywood Reporter

“Deeply shocking and continually surprising…”
- Variety