Foxfire

Five teenage girls from a working class town strike a shocking spark when they defend themselves against a teacher who sexually harasses one of their own. The group agrees to keep quiet about the incident, but the sting of what happened and the power of having allies push them toward a shared sense of disruption. They form a tight, rebellious circle that talks back to adults, tests boundaries, and chases thrills in a world that often looks the other way. What begins as a defiant act gradually reshapes their friendships, their identities, and how they think about safety, loyalty, and consequences. Their acts carry real consequences in school and family life, forcing questions about who deserves protection and what loyalty really means.

Directed by Annette Haywood-Carter, this 1996 adaptation brings to life the Joyce Carol Oates and Elizabeth White novel Foxfire. The cast includes Hedy Burress and Angelina Jolie in an early notable role, supported by a tight, seasoned ensemble.

Box office figures for Foxfire are modest, with a reported worldwide gross around 258 thousand dollars. The limited release matched its niche appeal and marketers highlighted Jolie's rising profile in the market.

Foxfire has limited cultural footprint, but it marks an early screen presence for Angelina Jolie that fans trace in her rise to stardom. In retrospective discussions, the film is sometimes cited as an example of 1990s gender focused thrillers that pushed boundaries.

Critically the film drew mixed responses, with praise for its bold subject matter and strong performances especially by Jolie and Burress, while some critics found the pacing uneven. It foregrounds themes of female solidarity, power, and the costs of rebellious acts in a world that often punishes those who speak up. The film is a reminder that protection and consent remain central concerns for teenagers negotiating safety, loyalty, and the risks of speaking out.