I was offered tickets to Adventureland very last minute by a friend so I went in a little cold; sure I'd head that it was by the writer/director of Superbad, but what was his next film doing in the festival!?
Yes the film is that familiar blend of filth, smut and humour but it's also got a lot of heart and warmth and despite my best efforts to write it off as more of the same, I couldn't help but smile from ear to ear for the whole film.
Jesse Eisenberg is a perfect everyman - awkward and charming and much to my surprise Kristen Stewart was very easy to fall in love with along with our bumbling romantic lead. Ryan Reynolds, Bill Hader and an excellent support cast make every character a gem.
This admission may set me up for a whole lot of grief - but I want the soundtrack! It's an embarrassment of riches from the 1980's including Falco's Amadeus and swathes of Lou Reed. Hideous and perfect!
I didn't want to like Adventureland, but what choice did I have?! It's hilarious and tender.
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4 1/2 Stars
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