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New York Minute
2004 91 min United States of America PG 12+
★4.9
Comedy
Director: Dennie Gordon
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Description
Honors student Jane Ryan heads to Manhattan for a college-scholarship competition. Her rebellious twin Roxy tags along to crash a video shoot. But anything can happen – and does – in a romp involving a pursuing truant officer, a smuggler, hunkalicious guys, and the girls' realization that when the chips are down, a sister can be the best friend of all.
Budget:
$30M
US Gross:
$14.07M
Worldwide:
$21.29M
Starring
Mary-Kate Olsen
Actor
Ashley Olsen
Actor
Eugene Levy
Actor
Awards
Razzie Awards 2005
— Worst Screen Couple
Razzie Awards 2005
— Worst Actress
Key opinion
New York Minute is generally regarded as a light, undemanding teen comedy that serves as a nostalgic escape for fans of the Olsen twins. While some viewers appreciate its upbeat tone and musical elements, others criticize its contrived plot, thin characterizations, and reliance on absurd tropes.
| Accessibility | The film functions effectively as a low-stakes, feel-good escape that requires no significant mental investment. | |
| Score | The soundtrack, featuring Simple Plan, is widely recognized as a highlight that enhances the film's energetic atmosphere. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative relies heavily on cartoonish tropes, including improbable coincidences and caricatured antagonists like the persistent inspector. | |
| Acting | Opinions on the lead performances are divided: supporters find the twins charming and distinct, while critics argue their acting is one-dimensional and lacks genuine emotional depth. |