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tropicAcesOct 25, 2018

It’s a little aimless and has only one sympathetic character, but there are a few scenes that make me excited for Jonah Hill’s future as a director.

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LatinCritic13Mar 23, 2019

Mid90s is a 90s-like film that you have to appreciate, especially if you're from an urban background in rough neighborhoods. It's funny, deep, and depressing of how relatable Jonah Hill's movie is compared to my childhood. No wonder whyMid90s is a 90s-like film that you have to appreciate, especially if you're from an urban background in rough neighborhoods. It's funny, deep, and depressing of how relatable Jonah Hill's movie is compared to my childhood. No wonder why Boi/Atreus (Sunny Suljic) is getting that sunburn in this skate classic compared to Larry Clark's Kids and The Wassup Rockers skate joint.… Expand

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LamontRaymondOct 27, 2018

I enjoyed the film, but it's not a special movie. I expected more from the mom, the brother, and really from the kid himself. It was also a little creepy seeing what looked like a 5th-grader preparing to have sex with a high school girl. SadI enjoyed the film, but it's not a special movie. I expected more from the mom, the brother, and really from the kid himself. It was also a little creepy seeing what looked like a 5th-grader preparing to have sex with a high school girl. Sad but true.… Expand

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TVJerryOct 30, 2018

Sunny Suljic plays a 13-year-old who's desperate to fit in with an older group of skaters, while escaping the bullying of his brother (Lucas Hedge effective as a tough guy). Comparisons to Larry Clark's KIDS (which was actually made in theSunny Suljic plays a 13-year-old who's desperate to fit in with an older group of skaters, while escaping the bullying of his brother (Lucas Hedge effective as a tough guy). Comparisons to Larry Clark's KIDS (which was actually made in the 90s) are inevitable. Writer/director Jonah Hill shot this in a 4:3 ratio to mimic the video standard of that time. It has the same kind of raw style that surrounds a cast of mostly real skaters, jiving, cussing and getting high. While there's not a plot as such, things happen and Suljic creates an earnest, sweet kid in search of friendship. The skaters are completely at home being themselves (or variations). It's a rambling, but genuine and interesting first effort.… Expand

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Compi24Oct 30, 2018

As far as A24-produced, semi-autobiographical, period-based, coming-of-age directorial debuts are concerned, "Mid90s" is certainly no "Lady Bird," but you get about as much of Jonah Hill poured into this movie as you did Greta Gerwig in theAs far as A24-produced, semi-autobiographical, period-based, coming-of-age directorial debuts are concerned, "Mid90s" is certainly no "Lady Bird," but you get about as much of Jonah Hill poured into this movie as you did Greta Gerwig in the 2017 Best Picture nominee. And it's ultimately Hill's familiarity and love for the subject matter at hand that ends up translating into the most worthwhile bits in this film. The characters, dialogue, and set-dressing are all evocative of a bygone era. And the performances are as brilliantly textured and as nuanced as you'd expect a movie directed by an actor to be. Overall, I had a great time with "Mid90s," and I'd say it's an absolute must for indie film fans.… Expand

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moviemitch96Oct 25, 2018

The mid90s is the era I was born in, so a big part of my excitement for this film prior to seeing it was the nostalgia factor that I was really looking forward to, and it definitely delivered on that front! A pretty solid 90s soundtrack andThe mid90s is the era I was born in, so a big part of my excitement for this film prior to seeing it was the nostalgia factor that I was really looking forward to, and it definitely delivered on that front! A pretty solid 90s soundtrack and other great nods to the era were great to hear and see! What's more, the entire film was shot on an old 16 mm camera in a 4:3 aspect ratio to make it feel like a film straight outta the 90s, which was really neat! As for the story, with the exception of the main child and a couple side characters, there weren't too many particularly sympathetic characters, and while the first half started out pretty light-hearted and fun for the most part, the story became unnecessarily heavy-handed and dramatic more and more as the film progressed, and I therefore felt that the film had kind of a hard time finding a good and consistent tone balance. Overall, it did have great nostalgic and charming moments throughout, but really when all's said and done with the film, it felt a little too obvious to me that this was Jonah Hill's first attempt at directing, which isn't quite what I was hoping for. Truth be told, I was hoping I'd really like or even love it, but I simply liked it. Like I said though, the film certainly wasn't without its great qualities, such as the retro filming style, soundtrack, and good ol' nostalgia from start to finish, so if that intrigues you, it may be worth checking out at least once.… Expand

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The3AcademySinsNov 12, 2018

Mid90s is a film that made me feel a lot of emotions that I did not expect it to. Jonah Hill's writing and directing are incredible. This is a very strong directorial and writing debut, and it's very easy to see the passion that Jonah HillMid90s is a film that made me feel a lot of emotions that I did not expect it to. Jonah Hill's writing and directing are incredible. This is a very strong directorial and writing debut, and it's very easy to see the passion that Jonah Hill put in to this movie. There is a lot of powerful imagery, particularly Christ imagery, that drives the film, and the aspect ration and nostalgia help it in that regard. The acting is really well done and very fun. Sunny Suljic and Lucas Hedges are great, and Sunny definitely carries the film. My favorite performance was actually Na-Kel Smith as Ray, the leader of the little gang of skaters. He was incredibly vulnerable, and he was a breath of fresh air on the screen.

The story feels like a dream or a fantasy. The nostalgia really drives the atmosphere and world of the movie. While it is palpable, it sometimes feels like "oh look at that cool thing from the 90s!" which can be distracting. When it delves into the story it is trying to tell, Mid90s really shines. You'll walk out of this one thinking more than laughing.… Expand

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KeithDowOct 30, 2018

'Mid90s' is largely a reflection of first time writer/director Jonah Hill himself--smart, grounded, and oftentimes nostalgic. The film delves into the ubiquitous skate culture of the 1990's replete with all the trimmings, including Discmans,'Mid90s' is largely a reflection of first time writer/director Jonah Hill himself--smart, grounded, and oftentimes nostalgic. The film delves into the ubiquitous skate culture of the 1990's replete with all the trimmings, including Discmans, WWF buddy pillows, and Big Brother magazines. Hill took inspiration from other street culture movies that were actually made during the period in which this film is set, most notably Harmony Korine's 'Kids,' though 'Mid90s' is far less visceral and provocative, which is to be expected considering Korine presumably has a chapter written about him in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.

Though a handful of scenes would've played out better had Hill chosen a slightly older actor to play the lead, his camera work is top notch and the film picks up steam along the way, resulting in a pleasing and somewhat evocative debut.… Expand

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JumpCut_OnlineFeb 24, 2019

There is no denying the blissful sense of longing and place about Jonah Hill’s directorial debut. Set to a blistering soundtrack that is bound to evoke nostalgia. Mid90s is less Superbad, more Superdope.

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mthersheyJun 28, 2019

This movie is a great trip back in time, with a uncanny amount of true to time detail. The movie being shot with 16mm film with a 4:3 ratio was just a cherry on top, and a nod to 90s skate culture respectively. The movie lacked an overallThis movie is a great trip back in time, with a uncanny amount of true to time detail. The movie being shot with 16mm film with a 4:3 ratio was just a cherry on top, and a nod to 90s skate culture respectively. The movie lacked an overall plot but that didn’t take too make away from this film. Outstanding directing from Jonah Hill.… Expand

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DavidGamble57May 3, 2020

Thought it was a great ride, with extreme highs and extreme lows with great performances and characters. I do think however, this movie will really depend on you, and your past experiences. For me, it hit the mark.

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MattyiceOct 28, 2018

I'll start off by stating what I did like about this movie: the cinematography, acting, nostalgia, and soundtrack, all of which were great. The ultimate problem in this movie comes through its realism (or lack thereof). Most A24 films of thisI'll start off by stating what I did like about this movie: the cinematography, acting, nostalgia, and soundtrack, all of which were great. The ultimate problem in this movie comes through its realism (or lack thereof). Most A24 films of this style succeed in the fact that they are supposed to be "gritty observations of real life." Mid90s breaks this realism with its main character, a middle-class 10 year-old who drinks Colt 45, smokes cigarettes, and hooks up with women almost 8 years older than him. While it can be seen as satirical/urban fantasy in a certain light, the film does not paint it as such and continues to suggest realism with its subject matter. The film also is inconsequential, as characters do not develop after moments where they are clearly designed to (namely the supporting characters, but also the lead). In addition, plot threads drop or pop up with little purpose and the film ends anti-climactically. Overall, there was potential in the film's design, but it needed better execution, which I can see with refinement from Jonah Hill in future projects.… Expand

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roooooooooNov 6, 2018

It perfectly summed up what it was like to be a skater as a teenager. the soundtrack was dope, the characters felt... real. it felt like the movie kids but if it kids had been focused solely on the skaters. there are people talking about howIt perfectly summed up what it was like to be a skater as a teenager. the soundtrack was dope, the characters felt... real. it felt like the movie kids but if it kids had been focused solely on the skaters. there are people talking about how it wasn't cohesive or that it lacked structure and... i mean.. that's kind of the point. the film is about kids who aren't worried about their future and are just skating. why would there be more of a point if that's what the premise is? the anti-climatic ending also made sense... I like that the movie didn't force some bullsh*t ending or some stupid "moral of the story" wrap-up. maybe this was just me because that was more or less my exact 15 year old experience but whatever. as far as i'm concerned it perfectly nailed every aspect of what it was like… Expand

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dchipps1945Oct 28, 2018

Everyone who's ever been a 12-year-old boy has written this story in his head. This film plays like a pre-adolescent super-fantasy, including sexual encounters with hot teenage girls, enough substance abuse to knock out a horse (with noEveryone who's ever been a 12-year-old boy has written this story in his head. This film plays like a pre-adolescent super-fantasy, including sexual encounters with hot teenage girls, enough substance abuse to knock out a horse (with no effects whatsoever), and accidents and mishaps that would kill the horse and the whole posse.

I get the impression this was an old screenplay Jonah Hill wrote in film school, and he could now produce (I have no idea whether Jonah Hill went to film school). It has events without consequences (the mishaps, substance abuse, and the film's great tragic event), resolutions without understandable cause (the character-transformation of the kid's brother and the final scene between the mom and the kid's friends), and situations without explanation (Just who owns the skateboard shop? Is there such a thing as school in this kid's life? Just how old is he supposed to be, anyway?).

I expected a sort of gritty-but-realistic portrayal of this life, not some squealing little kid's wet dream.… Expand

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PlanetvibzDec 29, 2018

A beautifully nuanced film. It perfectly captures the adolescent biological urge to escape the numb, abhorrent vacuum that exists in the absence of nurturing role models. Anything that offers even a tenuous sense of belonging and acceptanceA beautifully nuanced film. It perfectly captures the adolescent biological urge to escape the numb, abhorrent vacuum that exists in the absence of nurturing role models. Anything that offers even a tenuous sense of belonging and acceptance is an intoxicating alternative, no matter the danger. Rather than be morally outraged by the events depicted, I suspect Jonah Hill would prefer the film goer left with a renewed incentive to be a nurturing role model in a society that is literally crying out for them.… Expand

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RalfbergsNov 19, 2020

I thought it was pretty boring for me. And I am born in 1990 so should understand most of what is happening there but for me just was very slow paced and classic type of movie just showing how it was back then and at end predictable what willI thought it was pretty boring for me. And I am born in 1990 so should understand most of what is happening there but for me just was very slow paced and classic type of movie just showing how it was back then and at end predictable what will happen. Maybe not for me I guess… Expand

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JLuis_001Jan 7, 2019

A fairly interesting yet failed remembrance of a long gone age.
I hate to use this word but I personally think this film was greatly overrated.

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amheretojudgeDec 24, 2018

Growing Up And Skating Down.

Mid90s Hill's first major motion picture is a typical style over substance case. There is very less to chew on and more to run on or skate on. And being judged by his viewers with both the eyes wide open, HillGrowing Up And Skating Down.

Mid90s

Hill's first major motion picture is a typical style over substance case. There is very less to chew on and more to run on or skate on. And being judged by his viewers with both the eyes wide open, Hill is a much more smarter and effective director than he is a writer. This uncouth slick street is the perfect stage for its characters. But, clearly this is already something that we have experienced before. And no matter how jaggedly his vision is on mark, he could not crown them on, in his storyline decoratively. The primary reason to that is his stereotypical and undercooked characters that are misguided under the impression of crafting out the practicality in it.

There is no circle, there is no reason, there is no arc to his storytelling. And even as a series of various episodes, Hill struggling behind the camera, obscurely leaping across the narration leaves you into an uncharted territory, he is not the advisable guide to this inadequate story. Nevertheless, the ferocious pace in his narration and shorter runtime clocks your experience to a satisfactory note. His direction eerily resembles with Malick's camera work at times, and gives you a familiar neighborhood environment where we have played aplenty of times. Each character, driven by their parched two liner note can easily be evaluated within the first act.

Hill's world in here is out of control, free from any bound knowledge, it is intriguing but not competent in its own range. Aforementioned, Hill soars on executing the written words on screen; although they are not something to be replied upon in here, surprisingly the performance is a vital theme to this film. It is scripted to be relied upon the performance and milking out the best from the achieved opportunity, both the younger and older cast manages to mark a stamp on this drama.

Hitting themselves brutally in a wall or in a fist fight or falling over while practicing, the physical sequences are meant to create a long lasting awe and it does but unfortunately, it raises questions on its existence itself. Suljic, the protagonist, is a better performer than his character is, and he is the only strong character involved in this over thought out journey. In fact, his friends wins over a large margin than his family. Scraping off the nature and the sluggish memories that they are dipped into, Hill's eye on their emotions gives them an absorbing angle to project.

Waterston and Hedges, the major talents and disappointment of the film, are left untouched to feel their skin in the game. Plodding on a familiar structure, fortunately Hill doesn't thrive upon huge antics, his unswerving content, even though flat line, is something to look upon. If he fumbles on delivering a flamboyant storytelling, his knack of keeping the conversations practical and subtle is a promising element, that lifts up this so called arthouse. Hill's memories of Mid90s may be apt, but similar to it, it has both flawed and grandeur moments.… Expand

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cameronhalmansJan 9, 2019

Jonah Hill serves up a potentially good film, the trailer was amazing. However it’s dull with very little to show for. If only only the script decided to show us these kids lives instead of telling us on a rooftop scene. I mean the film isJonah Hill serves up a potentially good film, the trailer was amazing. However it’s dull with very little to show for. If only only the script decided to show us these kids lives instead of telling us on a rooftop scene. I mean the film is literally 84 minutes. Potential but just not there. 50/100… Expand

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bataguilaJun 19, 2019

Otra tipica pelicula tipo kids, donde las drogas el alcohol y vagar es malo. nada nuevo

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thelettereJan 16, 2020

I had high hopes for this film. I'm a 90's kid, and I wanted a dose of nostalgia along with a good story.

What I got instead was a full-on mid-90's *&^% &^%$. Like the movie literally @#$%'s viewers with what is akin to a phallic object madeI had high hopes for this film. I'm a 90's kid, and I wanted a dose of nostalgia along with a good story.

What I got instead was a full-on mid-90's *&^% &^%$. Like the movie literally @#$%'s viewers with what is akin to a phallic object made of mid90's memorabilia. The stream of nostalgia literally never lets up the entire film. He has mid90's posters on his wall. He wears a TMNT shirt. In the background of scenes there are 90's sitcoms playing. And so on and so on.

Believe it or not, in the mid90s, we didn't always wear mid90s shirts. We didn't necessarily have mid90s posters on the wall. We sometimes watched sitcoms from (gasp!) the 80's. Or sometimes even the 70's. Point is, it just goes too far, such that immersion is impossible. The title should have sent that message with flashing lights, but my own nostalgic blinders likely prevented me from noticing. Who names a story after a time period? That isn't like a war pic? Good stories are about people, not about a time period.

And the main character here is a bore. And his relationship with his brother seems contrived. And it kinda goes nowhere.

I love most of what I've seen and heard of Jonah Hill. He seems like such a likable dude. I just wish I could say the same thing about his film.… Expand

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ScraperJun 11, 2019

Mid90s went to the intense places I hoped it would. You could feel the scary lows and the exhilarating highs of the teenage years. I wish the main character had more dialogue but nevertheless, the film worked and was gripped anyone who couldMid90s went to the intense places I hoped it would. You could feel the scary lows and the exhilarating highs of the teenage years. I wish the main character had more dialogue but nevertheless, the film worked and was gripped anyone who could even somewhat relate.… Expand

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BrianMcCriticJan 27, 2019

A Richard Linklater type film directed by Jonah Hill and done well. Overall a low 8 an A-.

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SIPPIOJan 8, 2019

Ok this movie is a must for ALL those who we're 13-22 in the 90's...
*The nostalgia from the good hipHop is noticeable instantly.
*But I feel like it was soooo Girl/Mezza,MikeCaroll.. NEWSFLASH~ Girl/Chocolate wasn't skating, they we're justOk this movie is a must for ALL those who we're 13-22 in the 90's...
*The nostalgia from the good hipHop is noticeable instantly.
*But I feel like it was soooo Girl/Mezza,MikeCaroll..
NEWSFLASH~ Girl/Chocolate wasn't skating, they we're just 1 prt of it..
*but that's getting picky af..
~I was happy to notice cameos from 'Del The Phunky,,
1 OF MY ALL TIME FAV SKATERS= Chico Brenes(cop)
~And I recognized others.. I think the other bum was Markovich..
**Jonas Hill & Arron Meza = THANK YOU for putting Guymars Mouse song w/ the Flutes in there..
ALL THAT WAS MISSING was Jason Lee's milk song or Danny Ways Pennywise Brohym.
*I was fortunate to have been a teenager at this time. The music was awesome,the pro skate scene was 'epic' and the personalities of said skaters we're just as epic..
Something skating has been missing since..there wont be another Gonz,Jason lee,Mike Carrol,Barley,Senn,McKay,Dollin,Ellington,Carrol,Brenes,Hill,Guymar,Howard etcetc…
Thank You Jonas & Eric..
Oh yeah= the movie is a turd aside from nostalgia & skate Life though...
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bfoore90Nov 14, 2020

A film about a kid trying to find a family cause his home life sucks. Its a movie rich in 90s nostalgia from the dress, to the game systems to the music, it feels like it was made in the 90s. Outside the main character, alot of the otherA film about a kid trying to find a family cause his home life sucks. Its a movie rich in 90s nostalgia from the dress, to the game systems to the music, it feels like it was made in the 90s. Outside the main character, alot of the other characters, while very good (i especially liked Na-Kel Smith's character) lack depth and an effective connection with the progression of the film. While its nowhere near flawless, I respect what Jonah Hill put into his directorial debute and if nothing else, its a good trip down memory lane.… Expand

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MattBrady99Feb 11, 2020

Jonah Hill's directorial debut is pretty decent, but pretty flawed.

It's like 'This is England', just more 90's American. While not the most original take on the coming-of-age story and even Jonah Hill agrees, and yet what stopped it fromJonah Hill's directorial debut is pretty decent, but pretty flawed.

It's like 'This is England', just more 90's American.

While not the most original take on the coming-of-age story and even Jonah Hill agrees, and yet what stopped it from being stale is it's presentation.

The performances and cinematography are the strongest element of the movie. Sunny Suljic was terrific as Stevie. He delivered a humble performance while also displaying a troubled side. Lucas Hedges was great and appropriately casted in the part, especially when he's given the opportunity to work with material that suites him.

However my issues stem from the lack of development from some characters for me to care for them. Not all of the scenes that were suppose to be emotional work for me, because I didn't think it was fully earned to get an emotional response from me.

Despite all that, this is so personal for Jonah. A personal story that might not reflect his life to the fullest, but the desire to fit in and feel less invisible in a crowded room is something that we all craved at some point in our lives...or even right now.… Expand

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Rcavey92212May 11, 2020

What an impressive debut by Jonah Hill. This slice of life drama is reminiscent of Kuds but not as horrifying. Set around a young boy desperate to fit on with someone and pushed away by his brother. He discovers skateboarding and a complexWhat an impressive debut by Jonah Hill. This slice of life drama is reminiscent of Kuds but not as horrifying. Set around a young boy desperate to fit on with someone and pushed away by his brother. He discovers skateboarding and a complex group of kids. He's introduced to drinking, sex and drugs in some truly disturbing scenes. The one flaw the film has is that it never really delves into the plight of its characters, never really fleshing them out fully. Still want stands is a truly intriguing period piece that feels very genuine. At times it can be a hard watch but it's well made with solid performances especially from Sunny Suljic in the lead and the always amazing Lucas Hedges.

Budget: $1.7m
Domestic Box Office: $7m
Worldwide Box Office: $9m

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GrantD243Nov 13, 2018

Mid90s is Jonah Hill’s directorial debut and it follows a kid named Stevie, who is a kid trying to find himself while dealing with his abusive brother and not so present mother, as he ends up hanging out with a group of teenagers whoMid90s is Jonah Hill’s directorial debut and it follows a kid named Stevie, who is a kid trying to find himself while dealing with his abusive brother and not so present mother, as he ends up hanging out with a group of teenagers who skateboard. These kids all come from different situations (which also provides the foundation for conflict), but most of them are from lower class families, and their days primarily consist of hanging out at the skate shop, skating, and going to parties. Stevie is by far the youngest kid in the group once he joins, and most of the film he’s just trying to fit in with them and find his way. He doesn’t even know how to skate when he starts hanging out with the group, but he keeps trying until he’s at least about to skate around. He’s also constantly trying to prove himself to the other guys in the group, and sometimes it bites him in the butt. Despite this sounding like an uplifting film, in a lot of ways it is not. Stevie does find friends, but as a result he starts to fall into bad habits and does some things that a kid his age should not be doing. He’s also constantly dealing with his brother who beats him up several times, and it’s clearly affected him at deeper levels as despite him being the nicest kid around, he does punish himself in physical ways sometimes that can be hard to watch. He gains some positive things in his life but a lot of negative things as well, and so the character arc is actually quite flat when you combine everything. There is also not a specified end goal that the story is heading towards. This is more of a slice of life film that focuses on skater kids. It’s not really aiming to wrap everything up in a bow for you at the end, and that’s just fine. I enjoyed the story for what it was. It’s rather surface level, which makes sense given the hour-and-twenty-five minute runtime, but it can be looked at in a deeper sense by the viewer if he/she wants. The characters are all likable on some level, and we are given just enough backstory on each one to care for them by the end of the film. The acting is also great, given that Sunny Suljic (Stevie) is pretty young and most of the rest of the main group of characters are pro skateboarders in real life. The only iffy moment for me story-wise while viewing this film was the ending, which makes a lot of sense given how everything was going towards the end, but it felt a little…forced? I’m not sure if that’s the right word, but it’s as if Jonah Hill knew he wanted it to not necessarily have a distinct end to the characters’ story, but also wanted something to end on for the general audience’s sake. As for production, this looks like a film that was made in the mid90s. Jonah definitely was able to capture the vibe and look of the era, while not solely relying on nostalgia to draw the audience in which I am always afraid of with films like this. Overall, Mid90s is a great debut for Jonah Hill. Some people may not want to watch it because it revolves around skateboarding, but I think if they actually watch it they’ll be pleasantly surprised.… Expand

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GCOReviewsOct 31, 2018

Mid90s surprised the hell out of me. You wouldn't suspect anything of this film besides its in the mid 90s and its about skateboarders but the movie is much more than that. The movie shows the one possibility that can happen if you hang outMid90s surprised the hell out of me. You wouldn't suspect anything of this film besides its in the mid 90s and its about skateboarders but the movie is much more than that. The movie shows the one possibility that can happen if you hang out with a certain crowd. This movie does speak to kids in the 21th century not just the 90s. I really did care about the characters like they were real. The situations in the film are really similar to what happens now. As a kid born in the 2000s I did enjoy this film a lot. I can get why older people that were born in the 60s or 70s wouldn't enjoy this film because they haven't spent much of their childhood in the 90s. For people who were born in the 80s, they would thoroughly enjoy this because they were at least Stevie's age at the time. They also lived close to his lifestyle. So solid 8/10, this movie isn't perfect and I'm not going to tell you the flaws, you watch yourself and find out.… Expand

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DawdlingPoetMar 4, 2022

This is very much a nostalgic film depicting somewhat streetwise adolescents living in a teenage skater culture during the mentioned 1990s. It has, unsurprisingly, quite an indie (hence niche, perhaps) feel to it but I like that it does haveThis is very much a nostalgic film depicting somewhat streetwise adolescents living in a teenage skater culture during the mentioned 1990s. It has, unsurprisingly, quite an indie (hence niche, perhaps) feel to it but I like that it does have a good amount of energy present (its quite edge right at the end, where a fisheye lens is used, giving it an even stronger 1990s feel...if not perhaps a bit of an 80s feel to it, as skateboarding was perhaps more a 1980s 'thing'?) and the main character is well portrayed by a young actor called Sunny Suljic. I respected his characters determination to be accepted by the group of slightly older teens. There's a lot of very strong language but not much violence and it probably mainly appeals to people who grew up in the 90s I'd imagine. I was roughly the same age as the adolescent boy (12 or 13) when the film was set (the mid 90s, of course), although I certainly didn't grow up in LA but I recognised/acknowledged certain aspects of the film. Also this film reminded me a little of another film focussing on Skater life for teens, a film called Skate Kitchen. I'd recommend this but only for people who look back at the 90s with a feel of nostalgia.… Expand

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AZK7Nov 13, 2019

Hats off to the fat kid from Superbad for such a relateable, loving story. Reminded me of my childhood. Would suggest.

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MattioMay 8, 2020

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Bed covers, music cassettes, Ren & Stimpy -- oh the nostalgia!!

The Mid90s is a truly authentic, period-specific film about the struggles many teens go through when navigating through adolescence. Each of the coreTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Bed covers, music cassettes, Ren & Stimpy -- oh the nostalgia!!

The Mid90s is a truly authentic, period-specific film about the struggles many teens go through when navigating through adolescence. Each of the core characters depicted is shown to be dealing with their own personal struggles and social issues -- be it trying to find friendship and acceptance, pursue their passions, or numb themselves to their own harsh realities.

The main character Stevie (Sunburn) played his role exceptionally well. This talented young actor really made me feel what his character was feeling. As we watched his character develop, we see him deal with domestic violence, seek acceptance and friendship, deal with peer pressure, and ultimately we see what happens to a lot of youths these days, where he tests his limits a little too far, coupled with poor decision making that ultimately leads to some potentially serious consequences.

While this is a coming-of-age film about kids growing up, it is definitely not a film for kids. Although there are some lessons to be learned here, ultimately the consequences of the actions taken seem a little too 'lucky' to me - things could have (and often does) ended up being much worse.

The directing, acting, production value, character dialogue, costume design, the sets & props, the music etc. was all top notch and on point.

Directing: 9.5/10
Production, costumes, set etc.: 10/10
Acting: 10/10
Story-line/plot: 8/10

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ejbMay 28, 2020

I loved this movie, as a skater I feel it accurately portrays skating and it has a great plot. Absolutely loved this movie

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Jaja49Nov 23, 2020

honestly best movie made abour adolesence with awesome soundtrack i need more

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RekiazJul 20, 2022

Es muy casero y eso lo hace que tenga su toque realista. La trama es muy buena, ya es vista, pero toca temas y desarrollos que lo hace muy bueno. Toda la cultura detrás de la producción es increíble y te inspira.
Es recomendable, buena, y conEs muy casero y eso lo hace que tenga su toque realista. La trama es muy buena, ya es vista, pero toca temas y desarrollos que lo hace muy bueno. Toda la cultura detrás de la producción es increíble y te inspira.
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coywowJan 4, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly a great movie, touches on teenage life and the seemingly impossible mission of finding purpose. Characters are great and realistic, remind me of people I know. Stevie/Sunburn is a young kid who wants nothing more than to fit in and be cool. **** is a burn out teen from a good family who has turned social substance-abuse and poor decisions into his personality traits to seem cool. Ray is a down to earth serious skater who has outgrown his friend group and is trying to make it in the world with skating.… Expand

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