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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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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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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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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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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