Review of The Kings of Summer (2013) by Steve R — 07 Jun 2013

A very good 'coming of age' movie. Three teenage boys go into the woods to escape home life (well, two of them, the other is problematic) and find out about themselves. Another Old Geezer Who Goes To The Matinee Alone told me this was 'better' than last year's 'Moonrise Kingdom' which I really liked.

Not sure 'better' is the word I'd use, different and good for sure. Great performances all around but Nick Offerman from 'Parks and Recreation' was terrific and Alison Brie from 'Community' had a great, if small, role.

But the one to watch for is Moises Arias as the very odd Italian (? who knows) Biaggio; a misfit who attaches himself and is critical to the plot. This is a great slice-of-life summer movie and you should try to catch it.