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Whatever

1998·Movie
1h 52min
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Rotten Tomatoes75%71%

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A , drama: .

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

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1981. In an era of 'just say no', they said yes.

A New Jersey teen faces her impending adulthood, dreaming of a life as a successful New York artist. But when she gets caught up in the carefree sport of pre-AIDS sex and drugs, her future becomes less certain.
Indie Coming-of-Age DramaLate 90s NostalgiaUnfiltered Youthful HedonismMelancholic RealismArtistic Ambition vs. RealitySexual ExplorationSuburban New Jersey AtmosphereBittersweet Transition to AdulthoodCharacter-Driven Narrative

Crew

Directed by:
Susan Skoog
Written by:
Susan Skoog
Produced by:
Paul Kolsby, Ellin Baumel, Susan Skoog
Composed by:
Walter Salas-Humara

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Whatever?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Whatever from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Whatever worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 6.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 75%).

Is Whatever plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and pathos (6 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Whatever good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.