Young Adult Quick Movie Reviews

Logan D. McCoy - wrote on 07/07/2020

Diablo Cody always writes some terrific lines. Her dialogue is always revealing, funny, and poignant all at once. "Young Adult" finds both the humor and the sadness within feeling unfulfilled.

Amy - wrote on 11/14/2015

I kept avoiding this because I really did not like Juno, but it almost felt like Juno turned inside out. Instead of perky and sweet and moralistic, it's satisfyingly dark and cynical and almost nihilist.

Gabe - wrote on 02/04/2014

I'm not quite sure what to make of this film. First, it's written by Diablo Cody. And I'll admit, I'm not a huge fan of her work. Juno, was good, but not great and this wasn't even as good as that film. We're supposed to be sympathetic towards Charlize Theron's character, but how can you? The performances are good, but I just have no feelings towards Theron's character. I think she got what she derserves. And I know 2013 was considered the year that cassettes became popular again, but what new model of car has a tape deck in it? Also, this movie came out in 2011, two years prior.

worleyjamers - wrote on 06/29/2013

It's almost like Charlize Theron woke up morning and thought: "I feel like playing a bitch from now on." (YA, Prometheus, SW&H) But, again, she gives a really performance. I personally really liked Young Adult, but like Bad Teacher earlier in the year, this film has sort of a sympathetic message, but the main character deserves anything but sympathy. Regardless, this is a really good film featuring good performances and a witty script from Diablo Cody (Juno).

Chris Kavan - wrote on 12/27/2012

Competent but forgettable - it's one of those movies that will stick with you for a couple of days before simply fading away for lack of substance. Theron and Oswalt were good, but not good enough to elevate this beyond a generic piece of film. Skip it - you won't remember it anyways.

patjohnson76 - wrote on 03/29/2012

Charlize Theron gives a strong performance as Mavis, a selfish, deluded woman who returns to her childhood home to reunite with an ex-boyfriend, even though he's married and has a new baby. Patton Oswalt surprises as Matt, a former high school classmate that she connects with. These two performances are worth the watch alone, as we seem Mavis delude herself and Matt ground her. Patrick Wilson also stars as the ex, and though Wilson is a great actor, unfortunately his only role in this film is to be the object of Mavis' desire. A good watch for the interactions and to see just how far Mavis will go to snag the one that got away.

Alex - wrote on 03/24/2012

An average movie at best. It really has no point. Performances are Ok, particularly Patton Oswalt. Patrick Wilson lacks range and this movie shows it. The plot was Ok but there wasn't enough drama to grab my attention. It went through the motions and then ended. I can't recommend it in anyway, but it wasn't horrible.

Unknown - wrote on 03/19/2012

The main character is selfish, rude and flawed on a mental and emotional level, but still somewhat likable. I wanted her to succeed, even though I did enjoy many of her hilarious wrong choices. The tone of the film is hard to capture, as it has stinging comedy, damaged characters/relationships and raw emotional moments. I just love how completely un-conventional this film is written. The fact that there is no 'happy ending', or 'character arc' makes this movie more unique and entertaining. However, the thing that makes 'Young Adult' most enjoyable is the comedy and the great performances from Theron and Oswalt.