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Written by David Morgan

Paramount Vantage has secured the distribution rights (except in the UK) to American Teen, a documentary by Nanette Burstein. The deal ended up being between 1 and 2.5 million dollars.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, "The A&E Indie Films production follows four Midwestern high school seniors: a cheerleader, a hipster, a jock and a band geek. Vantage may partner with its sister outlet MTV to market the film to a youth audience."

With its nonpolitical stance, narrative-driven plot, and youth oriented theme, insiders saw its speedy acquisition as inevitable.