Youth in Revolt (2009) movie poster

Youth in Revolt (2009)

"Every "Revolution" Needs A Leader."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 60%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 64% (RT: 66%, MC: 63) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyRomanceDrama

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Runtime
1h 29m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.1/10 (968 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
66%
Metacritic
63
Cast
Michael Cera as Nick Twisp / FranΓ§ois Dillinger
Portia Doubleday as Sheeni Saunders
Jean Smart as Estelle Twisp
M. Emmet Walsh as Mr. Saunders
Steve Buscemi as George Twisp
Adhir Kalyan as Vijay Joshi
Fred Willard as Mr. Ferguson
Ray Liotta as Lance Wescott
It's divisive. Only 60% of audiences liked it based on 968 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 64%.
Overview
As a fan of Albert Camus and Jean-Luc Godard, teenage Nick Twisp is definitely out of his element when his mother and her boyfriend move the family to a trailer park. When a pretty neighbor named Sheeni plays records by French crooners, it's love at first sight for frustrated and inexperienced Nick. Learning that she is dating someone, Nick launches a hilarious quest to find his way into Sheeni's heart -- and bed. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Michael Cera spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of Youth in Revolt was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Youth in Revolt is a 2009 comedy, romance, drama film directed by Miguel Arteta. As a fan of Albert Camus and Jean-Luc Godard, teenage Nick Twisp is definitely out of his element when his mother and her boyfriend move the family to a trailer park. When a pretty neighbor named Sheeni plays records by French crooners, it's love at first sight for frustrated and inexperienced Nick.

Learning that she is dating someone, Nick launches a hilarious quest to find his way into Sheeni's heart -- and bed. The film has been rated by 968 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Youth in Revolt delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Youth in Revolt (2009) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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