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The Spectacular Now
2013 95 min United States of America R 18+
★7.3
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Director: James Ponsoldt
📖 Based on the novel
«The Spectacular Now»
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Description
Sutter, a popular party animal, unexpectedly meets the introverted Aimee after waking up on a stranger's lawn. As Sutter deals with the problems in his life and Aimee plans for her future beyond school, an unexpected romance blossoms between them.
Budget:
$2.5M
US Gross:
$6.85M
Worldwide:
$6.85M
Starring
Miles Teller
Actor
Shailene Woodley
Actor
Kyle Chandler
Actor
Awards
Sundance Film Festival 2013
— Special Jury Prize (Drama)
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2014
— Breakthrough of the Year
Sundance Film Festival 2013
— Grand Jury Prize (Drama)
MTV Movie & TV Awards 2014
— Best Kiss
Key opinion
The Spectacular Now is widely perceived as an authentic, grounded coming-of-age drama that trades typical teen cliches for a more introspective, albeit melancholic, look at adolescence. While many viewers praise the lead performances and the film's philosophical honesty, some critics find the narrative trajectory conventional or its protagonist difficult to connect with.
| Acting | Shailene Woodley provides a standout performance that consistently elevates the material with sincerity and emotional depth. | |
| Theme | The film delivers a realistic, low-stakes depiction of youth that resonates with those seeking a thoughtful departure from typical teen tropes. | |
| Acting | The performances of the leads are highly valued by many, though some critics feel the script does not fully utilize their potential or find the protagonist's alcoholic behavior unlikable. | |
| Pacing | The slow, measured pacing is appreciated by those seeking a calm, contemplative experience, but others find the film aimless or dull. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on the screenplay are split: some find it a deep exploration of avoiding adulthood, while others view the plot as underdeveloped and formulaic. |