From the director of Superbad and upcoming British movie ‘Paul’ comes this hilarious comedy, set in 1987. Firstly, I should tell you anyone expecting comedy of Superbad proportions will be disappointed. In contrast to its slapstick, visual comedy, Adventureland instead offers a sleek, intellectual comedy which is more like a ‘coming of age’ romance. James (Jesse Eisenberg) is excited about his graduation present from his parents, a trip around Europe. But when his dad is demoted, he must find his own way to pay for the trip, and possibly his Ivy League school Funds. And so he finds a nowhere job in an amusement park. This film is about working in the worst possible place, for little money, and having a great time doing it. It is extremely funny parts, and many of the actors bring their own traits to each performance. There is a love interest in the form of Em (Kirsten Stuart, New Moon) who is really cute and makes a great joke after James reads ‘Satin Lives’, but you can hardly hear it. Listen out. Em has an unconventional relationship with the married maintenance guy (Ryan Reynolds, The Proposal) Reynolds has a more laid back part on this movie, like previous roles such as the movies Waiting and Van Wilder, he plays the older ‘go to’ guy, who offers advice on sex to the young virgin James. However, unlike his other roles he take a passive stance, letting the other younger actors shine through.
I think a lot of people would relate to James, the lead character. Although he is played by almost unknown actor, Eisenberg (who is the spitting image of Michael Cara of Superbad and Arrested Development, if you ask me) He is extremely down to earth and just trying to make his way through life, making the best of the choices and decisions. This would be a great movie to watch on a first date, as it has love and decisions (which girls love!) and it has the hot Kirsten and jokes about balls and dope (not that I’m implying all guys like that sort of thing!). But would also suit a group of close friends just starting a new chapter in their life, for example, perhaps just starting University….leaving that childhood friend you grew up with….
Rating: I think this is a beautiful film, well directed and deserves a solid 8/10.
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