Adventureland 2009

Adventureland

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Full of humor and nostalgia, Adventureland is a sweet, insightful coming-of-age comedy that will resonate with teens and adults alike.

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It's the summer of 1987, and recent college grad James Brennan (Jesse Eisenberg) can't wait to begin his long-anticipated dream trip to Europe. Unfortunately, James' plans come to a screeching halt when his parents announce that they are unable to subsidize his trip. Forced to take a job at the local amusement park, James prepares for the worst summer ever, until he finds love with a captivating co-worker named Em (Kristen Stewart).
  • Rating:
    R (Language|Drug Use|Sexual References)
  • Genre:
    romance, comedy, drama
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Greg Mottola
  • Producer:
    Ted Hope, Anne Carey, Sidney Kimmel
  • Writer:
    Greg Mottola
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     wide
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $$16,014,264
  • Runtime:
  • Production Co:
    This Is That Productions, Sidney Kimmel Entertainment

Cast

Jesse Eisenberg
as James Brennan
Kristen Stewart
as Em Lewin
Sue O'Malley
Martin Starr
as Joel Schiffman
Bill Hader
as Bobby
Ryan Reynolds
as Mike Connell
Margarita Levieva
as Lisa P.
Kristen Wiig
as Paulette
Kelsey Ford
as Arlene
Josh Pais
as Mr. Lewin
Michael Zegen
as Eric
Jack Gilpin
as Mr. Brennan
Mary Birdsong
as Francy
Matt Bush
as Tommy Frigo
Ryan McFarland
as Brad
Paige Howard
as Sue O'Malley
Dan Bittner
as Pete O'Malley
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Audience Reviews for Adventureland

  • Jul 02, 2016
    Just misses being special. Nonetheless,should appeal to movie goers who don't mind their main character being nerdy dweebs trying to land their first love. For viewers over the age of 35, the film might feel like a ride into memory lane.
    Aldo G Super Reviewer
  • Aug 08, 2014
    The indie comedy Adventureland is a satirical coming-of-age film from writer/director Greg Mottola. The story follows a young college student named James Brennan who takes a job at an amusement park during the summer of 1987 in order to pay for his tuition. Featuring Jesse Eisenberg, Kristen Stewart, Ryan Reynolds, and Margarita Levieva, the cast is fairly strong and delivers some pretty good performances. The writing however, is a little weak and seems a bit unfocused, unsure of what it's trying to say. On the other hand, the soundtrack is remarkably effective at setting a tone and at providing a feel for the characters and settings. Adventureland has some interesting things to say about postmodern youth culture, but it has trouble bringing everything together in a cohesive manner.
    Dann M Super Reviewer
  • Nov 29, 2013
    A beautiful, well-written and well-filmed comedy that features impressive performances from Jesse Eisenberg and Kristen Stewart. Between the intimate cinematography to the wonderful soundtrack, Adventureland is a triumph, and a thoroughly enjoyable, honest treat.
    Matthew Samuel M Super Reviewer
  • Oct 01, 2013
    A beautiful little movie about growing up and finding your first true love. I know, aren't there about a kazillion movies about this subject. Yes there are. This one stands a little bit above the crowd.
    Lanning : Super Reviewer
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