Summer '03

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Finn S Feb 13, 2019 Strengths: This movie does a terrific job in capturing the teen coming of age story. Itâ(TM)s not new territory, but it is the execution that helps this stand out. The inappropriate and rude grandmother sets everything in motion and it all works. Joey King (Jamie) gives the best performance of her young career. She is taken on a journey that tests her friendships and romances, while also putting up with her impossible family. She makes some terrible teenage decisions, yet sheâ(TM)s never unlikable. The bond she has with her cousin is strong. She has solid chemistry with Logan Medina (Dylan) and you believe their relationship. Paul Scheer (Ned) and Andrea Savage (Shira) were both fun in their roles as the parents. The movie also does a good job showcasing the time period. It feels like 2003, from the technology to the soundtrack to the outfits. Weaknesses: For being a teen comedy, this movie lacks some laughs. I canâ(TM)t recall a standout line, scene or moment that made me even chuckle. There are some moments that are a bit too awkward to really click the way it needed to. I understand that awkwardness is a part of this time in your life, but sometimes it doesnâ(TM)t make for good entertainment. The third act does get a bit messy as the movie probably tries too much to give us a fun conclusion. Overall: This was a surprisingly fun piece of 2018. Itâ(TM)s a solid coming of age story featuring good performances and giving us something of a unique take. See more

Jan 27, 2019 Movie is definitely reflects what we experienced in 16-18 y.o. Camera work is brilliant, i enjoyed it. Script is also so good that i really didnt want to miss a word. I was hooked up when saw a trailer on iTunes where old lady gives a cold shower to her family. Highly recommend! See more

Theodore M Jan 24, 2019 Look, Iâ(TM)m an admitted sucker for the quirky coming-of-age sub-sub-genre, so this film came with built in points for me. If âGrandmother on death bed convinces young adult to give a priest a blowjobâ? sounds like a weird premise, it makes for an even weirder movie. That said, I actually found it charming and at times quite funny. It does - literally and figuratively - drive off the the road a bit in the third act but all in all, a fun flick. Joey King continues her march towards superstardom. See more

Abraham R Jan 9, 2019 Actually the most boring movie I've seen in a long time. Not good enough to capture you, and not bad enough to entertain you.

Ron S Jan 9, 2019 While the final act goes a little messy, Summer '03 feels like a nicely put together teen comedy that shows a more direct approach in what teenagers are really into growing up. See more

George S Dec 21, 2018 Summer 03 was all over the place. The trailer doesn't make the movie seem better or worse than what it is, so if you like the trailer, you'll probably like this movie. Although the plot seems rushed at times or unrealistic during some scenes, the characters don't. The characters are very realistic, and the main character plays her part of being a typical teen who wants to experience life, follow her impulses, and be selfish. This movie is entertaining but forgettable. See more

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