Review of Adventureland (2009) by Freeman M — 09 Sep 2013

Probably THE movie that best encapsulates my life.

This review of Adventureland (2009) was written by Freeman M on 09 Sep 2013.

Adventureland has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jerrod O (83) on 10 Nov 2016

With a witty script, a charming cast and a cool soundtrack, Adventureland is a worthy addition to the comedy-drama genre…

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By Fred F (49) on 25 Jul 2016

Considering the talented cast of Bill Hader, Kristen Wiig, Martin Star, Ryan Reynolds and Jessie Eisenberg, I hoped for a funnier movie…

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By Tommaso D (86) on 07 Oct 2016

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By Jason Bailey (832) for Flavorwire (598) on 26 May 2016

A film so tuned in to the pre-collegiate experience that scenes which play as comedy to some audiences will land as harrowing tragedy to others…

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By Anti C (9) on 07 Jun 2016

Hokay, so when I first saw this movie, I LOVED it. Like, haven't-had-a-new-favorite-movie-in-a-long-time LOVED it…

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Fantastic, this movie is funny and a great story…

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By Eoin B (10) on 20 Jun 2017

It has some interesting moments and it means well, but this movie, at least from my point of view, never really quite takes off or achieves…

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By Yash B (980) on 25 Mar 2018

Starting with the premise of a raunchy comedy, Adventureland eventually turns out to be a solid coming-of-age romance with a few chuckles throughout…

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