directed by Olivia Wilde
Oh boy, oh boy. I was supposed to skip this film because I honestly thought I wouldn’t like it. Unfortunately, I’m no longer a teenager and what happens with films for young people these days terrifies me. But we all have those days when we just need something to talk to us in the evening while we’re finishing that large pizza or third instant soup. No judgement, please. Anyway, even though I’m not a teen, I had a great time watching “Booksmart” and if you’re thinking the same way as I did, you’re missing a fun movie night. The main characters are Amy and Molly (Kaitlyn Dever and Beanie Feldstein), who are best friends, both teenagers and both total nerds. But they are not those nerds you may know from other films. They are successful nerds who know what they want in life and they work hard to finish high school with the best grades. When Molly finds out that all the party-animal students also got accepted into prestigious universities, she gets frustrated and comes up with a plan. On the eve of graduation, Molly and Amy will go party hard and get waaaay closer to their crushes. Even though Amy isn’t convinced, she finally agrees and the girls go crazy that night. Or rather… they try because, apparently, it’s not that easy to find a good party place. I’m aware that the description of this film can discourage you from watching but trust me, an adult can have fun watching it. Besides, if Jason Sudeikis plays the high school principal, this must be a good comedy. And don’t think it’s that silly, oh no. The screenwriters managed to combine funny jokes with several lines full of deep messages, specially for young people. Aaaaand if you think it’s just a teen comedy, I’d like to inform you that Beanie Fieldstein was nominated for this role at the Golden Globes Awards this year, which she definitely deserved because this girl is on fire. So you’ve just received a permission to order that large pizza and watch a comedy for teenagers. You’re welcome!
P.S. The joke with Cardi B made me wake up the whole neighbourhood with laughter. Just wait for it.
My rating: 7/10
S.
I have nothing to watch 