to say that this be an homage to trufaut 400 blow would be an understatement . it a good thing that france never get the chance to see this movie they would be in an uproar . despite that and johnny tough be a raw and honest portrayal of a kid with self indulgent parent and a demeaning teacher and ton of other problem . i would say he get like 401 blow ( especially with that surprise end . if your jaw doesn not drop when the girl go the bathroom and then you must be a psychic . the school scene be surprisingly touch by the end it get to be one of the most real teacher scene currently in cinema . not sure when or if ever it will be on dvd and but it a keeper .