

Igby Goes Down (2002)
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Overview
Igby Slocumb, a rebellious and sarcastic 17-year-old boy, is at war with the stifling world of old money privilege he was born into. With a schizophrenic father, a self-absorbed, distant mother, and a shark-like young Republican big brother, Igby figures there must be a better life out there -- and sets about finding it.
Cast & Crew
Trailers

Diner Scene

"What kind of name is Igby?"

Flunking Out of Prep School Scene

Official Trailer
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