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Big Time Adolescence

2020·Movie
1h 31min·R

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Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some cringe comedy and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and pop culture

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

Under his influence.

A seemingly bright and mostly innocent 16-year-old named Mo attempts to navigate high school under the guidance of his best friend Zeke, an unmotivated-yet-charismatic college dropout. Although Zeke genuinely cares about Mo, things start to go awry as he teaches Mo nontraditional life lessons in drug dealing, partying, and dating. Meanwhile, Mo’s well-meaning dad tries to step in and take back the reins of his son’s upbringing.
Coming-of-AgeCringe ComedyRelationship DynamicsContemporaryIndie FilmPop CultureTeen ComedyUnderdog StoryBromance

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Big Time Adolescence

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Where can I stream Big Time Adolescence legally?

Big Time Adolescence is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Big Time Adolescence worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 64). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Big Time Adolescence rated?

RDrug useSexual contentStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: drug use, sexual content, and strong language.

How long is Big Time Adolescence?

1 h 31 min

Big Time Adolescence runs 1 h 31 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Big Time Adolescence?

Critics75
Audiences72

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 72 out of 100, so both groups see Big Time Adolescence much the same way.

What language is Big Time Adolescence in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Big Time Adolescence?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Big Time Adolescence in 97 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Big Time Adolescence use?

Bittersweet EndingBig Brother InstinctAesop AmnesiaNo Honor Among ThievesDid Not Get the GirlToxic Friend InfluenceIntergenerational FriendshipMust Have Lots of Free TimeSurprisingly Realistic OutcomeNice Guy

TV Tropes lists 10 storytelling tropes for Big Time Adolescence, including Bittersweet Ending, Big Brother Instinct, Aesop Amnesia.