Booksmart

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stezo2kJul 7, 2019

The trailer didn't do this any justice. Very enjoyable and funny. Loved the characters too. I'd easily say comparable to superbad.

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giglioJun 16, 2019

Adoreeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeei

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AvengerDragon56Jul 7, 2019

I don't understand why the user rating is low. Maybe it's because people only like Alita: Battle Angel?

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9

marcmyworksMar 28, 2020

A heavily enjoyable coming of age film about two best friends. I really think this could be one of the best teen movies ever to come out. Olivia Wilde certainly has earned herself all the credit she has gotten as director of this film.

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Brent_MarchantMay 30, 2020

It took me a while to get around to watching this smartly written take-off on cheesy high school comedies (mainly because of a trailer that didn't do it justice), but actress Olivia Wilde's feature film debut as a director knocks it out ofIt took me a while to get around to watching this smartly written take-off on cheesy high school comedies (mainly because of a trailer that didn't do it justice), but actress Olivia Wilde's feature film debut as a director knocks it out of the park. With unexpected story elements reminiscent of buddy cop films and outrageous road trip tales, this incisively scripted, creatively shot, superbly designed Independent Spirit Award winner for best first feature defies all of the cliches of the teenage comedy genre while simultaneously skewering the inane offerings that have come typify such pictures, all without becoming mean, gross, stereotypical or stupid. The impeccably assembled ensemble, led by Kaitlyn Dever and Golden Globe nominee Beanie Feldstein, works together like a well-oiled machine, firing on all cylinders and delivering authentic performances without becoming trite, overly cynical or amateurish. The rapid-fire humor, reminiscent of screwball comedies, will keep viewers in stitches throughout, even in some inventive fantasy sequences that integrate perfectly into the main narrative without becoming clumsy, inappropriate or out of place. I truly can't say enough good things about this one, but I would recommend going directly to the film itself and skipping the preview that vastly undersold it.… Expand

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RWilliDec 12, 2019

Two of the most unlikeable people in any highschool have a movie written about them. No wonder it bombed.

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10

toph123May 9, 2020

One of the funniest movies of 2019, if not the decade. Smart, fresh, and original in many ways. It's got quite a heart too. Plus outstanding performances across the board.

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kingfinnFeb 8, 2020

It's hilarious, touching, and back to hilarious again. Outstanding throughout

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MaxximizeJul 27, 2019

This R-rated high school comedy is one of the most satisfactory films to watch. It's funny, sad, happy, moving and basically everything a nearly perfect movie should have. Also, it tells us a brilliant movie don't have to include theThis R-rated high school comedy is one of the most satisfactory films to watch. It's funny, sad, happy, moving and basically everything a nearly perfect movie should have. Also, it tells us a brilliant movie don't have to include the celebrated actors or directors, writer, etc.… Expand

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klzb3Jul 10, 2019

Looking at these reviews makes me think this got posted on some right-wing forum somewhere... why are all these dudes mad about a teen buddy movie for women? Why'd you see it in the first place, guys?

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catherine447Aug 23, 2019

A whipsmart and genuinely heartwarming film that follows two young ladies (played magnificently by Beanie Feldstein and Kaitlyn Dever) on the cusp of adolescence. Booksmart is loaded with laughs and will have you truly in stitches with justA whipsmart and genuinely heartwarming film that follows two young ladies (played magnificently by Beanie Feldstein and Kaitlyn Dever) on the cusp of adolescence. Booksmart is loaded with laughs and will have you truly in stitches with just how funny it is, but at its core there's so much care, nuance, and heart at the center of this beautiful teen comedy. It's vulgar and obscene in nature, but you begin to truly develop a closeness to Amy and Molly and by the end of the film you'll probably want sequels and merchandise surrounded around the two - Beanie and Kaitlyn are stars giving two of my favorite performances of the year. But the nucleus of Booksmart is first time director Olivia Wilde. Olivia Wilde uses the camera like a genuine master. Wilde is never being too intrusive or judgemental of her characters, it's near perfect direction and it gives the film this raw tenacity and authenticity that juxtaposes perfectly against the ludicrous comedy and immaturity of it all. The fantasy sequences are truly dazzling and cartoonish which add to the sense of ridiculousness of the film. Although it does get quite messy narratively, Booksmart is a gorgeously rendered film that delicately balances moments of sentimentality and bold female comedy that exceeds the typical cliches of its genre by being fresh and carefully stitched together by a truly talented team.… Expand

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christianscubanAug 31, 2019

All these comments are just from middle aged men and women who have nothing better to do.

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RoverDgAug 31, 2019

Smart and very funny Wilde Debut. She knows what she is doing. Wonderful and well developed characters. An entire adventure about high school that deserves to be seen.

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DawdlingPoetNov 24, 2021

I quite liked the main characters in this film - their pretty likeable, quite quirky and will be relatable to some. The party scenes are a bit cliche and there are the inevitable sex references and strong language but there are one or twoI quite liked the main characters in this film - their pretty likeable, quite quirky and will be relatable to some. The party scenes are a bit cliche and there are the inevitable sex references and strong language but there are one or two somewhat poignant moments and it felt a bit more genuine than other similar films. Its definitely primarily a comedy and its somewhat amusing but not especially hilarious. It felt, to me, overall, a relatively good film, with some nice moments and so I'd say its worth a watch but if your really not keen on teenage party based films then this may not be for you. For that type of film, this is one of the slightly better ones though, I'd say.… Expand

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SrGusFeb 25, 2020

Being in my last year of high school, helped the characters to captivate me. They are fun and there is a chemistry between the two. Who knew Lisa Kudrow would be here. I loved the participation of Billie Lourd, who is super funny. What aBeing in my last year of high school, helped the characters to captivate me. They are fun and there is a chemistry between the two. Who knew Lisa Kudrow would be here. I loved the participation of Billie Lourd, who is super funny. What a crazy movie. I felt the characters' growth and their trajectory that lasted only one incredible night. My high school graduation will be on the 16th. It is understandable that I embrace the feelings that the film gives me.… Expand

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Offworld_ColonyFeb 20, 2020

Hinges on a great premise, Booksmart is a modern high school comedy, a much better, more appropriate and current Superbad. Beanie Feldstein is electric and everybody is an absolute sweetheart. The dialogue and acting, the photography, andHinges on a great premise, Booksmart is a modern high school comedy, a much better, more appropriate and current Superbad. Beanie Feldstein is electric and everybody is an absolute sweetheart. The dialogue and acting, the photography, and especially the music is all on point. Olivia Wilde has managed to make a fresh picture with her own voice and variety and yet with a retro vibe. It’s raw and forward and it plays with expectations of the cliches of this genre, often having its cake and eating it as the girls pick up anecdotes and jokes on their one night odyssey. Also the film is genuinely sexy.… Expand

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boydecideApr 6, 2020

Wow, the internet really hates women. Fantastic, nearly flawless coming of age film that’s fun and incredibly heartwarming. I love how all the characters are complex and treated with care. And I also love that the movie isn’t overly reliantWow, the internet really hates women. Fantastic, nearly flawless coming of age film that’s fun and incredibly heartwarming. I love how all the characters are complex and treated with care. And I also love that the movie isn’t overly reliant on cliches of high school teen comedies. Ranks up there with Clueless for me but has a ton more heart.… Expand

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Willywonka180Jul 23, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amy and Molly are both invited to my factory. Not Ryan and Nick though, they can drown in my chocolate river just like Augustus Gloop (The Greedy Needy Nincompoop)… Expand

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Anahi123Dec 16, 2020

Innova en ciertos aspectos, en otros no pero logra su propósito, me parece genial que no encasillo a muchos personajes y les dio un toque fresco.

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geewahDec 26, 2020

One of the best coming of age comedies I have seen.
Sharp, snappy writing as well two fantastic performances from it's leads (Dever & Feldstein) makes this one of the best movies of 2019.
Impressive debut as a director from Olivia Wilde.

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pgnpoetryOct 8, 2021

This film is quite literally my favourite film of all time. It just hits in all the right places, you know? Coming of age movies are my absolute favourites and this fufilled all my wishes. The characters are complex and so well fleshed out.This film is quite literally my favourite film of all time. It just hits in all the right places, you know? Coming of age movies are my absolute favourites and this fufilled all my wishes. The characters are complex and so well fleshed out. Directed amazingly by Wilde too.… Expand

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Riddhiman2003Aug 31, 2021

Booksmart revolves around the story of two girls who decide to party out to make up for all the fun that they had missed in 4 years of high school. It is an amazing teen comedy of our ages. There is never a single dull moment throughout. ItBooksmart revolves around the story of two girls who decide to party out to make up for all the fun that they had missed in 4 years of high school. It is an amazing teen comedy of our ages. There is never a single dull moment throughout. It showcases Olivia Wilde's talent as a director. The core theme of the film feels so authentic and relatable. It takes us on a nostalgic ride by deeply exploring the beauty of high school friendships and their complications. Also the story excels at so many levels and is backed up by great performances. The multiple awkward jokes are all so incredibly hilarious and play so well with the context. I would absolutely recommend this for anyone.… Expand

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DarkwingSchmuckMar 8, 2022

Olivia Wilde's directorial debut plays like a veteran at the height of their career. With a hilarious script, perfect casting, and fully realized three-dimensional characters, Booksmart is the best raunchy high school comedy since Superbad.

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Ikereviews1May 24, 2023

The least funny movie ever made. All the jokes are not funny just a bunch of sex jokes and also is woke trash. There is nothing good about the movie. The critics fawned over this crap because why one of the girls is lesbian sorry but even lesThe least funny movie ever made. All the jokes are not funny just a bunch of sex jokes and also is woke trash. There is nothing good about the movie. The critics fawned over this crap because why one of the girls is lesbian sorry but even les porn is better than this whole movie. So many actually good comedies. This is absolute proof modern comedy is dead… Expand

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LifeisbellablogApr 19, 2020

I definitely think this is a unique story. It goes in a lot of different directions, that it kind of ends up all over the place. It's definitely very extra and over the top. There weren't too many laughs, and I didn't particularly feelI definitely think this is a unique story. It goes in a lot of different directions, that it kind of ends up all over the place. It's definitely very extra and over the top. There weren't too many laughs, and I didn't particularly feel emotionally connected to the characters or their story but I did enjoy following their friendship. Overall I did enjoy it, just not as much as I thought I would based on all the positive buzz around the movie. I feel like I will forget I even saw this movie in a year or two.… Expand

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GazMoviesSep 13, 2020

On the eve of their school graduation, two academic superstars and best friends realise they should have worked less and played more. Determined not to fall short of their peers, the girls try to cram four years of fun into one night. HadOn the eve of their school graduation, two academic superstars and best friends realise they should have worked less and played more. Determined not to fall short of their peers, the girls try to cram four years of fun into one night. Had some funny moments, but I'm probably not the target market for this I think.… Expand

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