The Way, Way Back is a 2013 American comedy / coming of age drama film on Blu-ray, starring Steve Carell and Toni Collette.
An awkward yet intelligent young boy begins to make his transition into adulthood over the course of one transformative summer in this bittersweet coming of age comedy drama. Sensing that he's drifting away from his mother Pam during a summer vacation with her, her domineering boyfriend Trent, and Trent's daughter Steph, 14 year old Duncan gets a job at a water park, and gains some much-needed self-confidence under the guidance of happy-go-lucky water park employee Owen, who approaches life from a fresh new perspective. Steve Carrell, Toni Collette, Allison Janney, and Sam Rockwell star.
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The Way, Way Back Movie Reviews
“The Way Way Back is a real crowd-pleasing charmer that breaks free of its familiar trappings with consistent humor and personal touches..one of the best films of the year thus far.” Examiner.com
“It's a joyous movie, the best one I've seen in a very long time.” Wall Street Journal
“..honest, intelligent and very funny.” Observer, UK
“A film for every age, whether you're an awkward kid, former awkward kid or awkward kid-adjacent. Funny, real and uplifting. A film that reaffirms your belief in the human spirit.” Empire Magazine
“Beautifully executed, loaded with sharp observational moments, and never cheats either its characters or its audience by descending into raunchy teen-movie cliché.” Salon.com
“It's funny, affecting, and appealing, and more worthy than much of what's out there. Often, coming-of-age stories rely forcefully on formulaic narrative developments but The Way Way Back remains fresh from start to finish.” ReelViews
“With its subtle wit, engaging story, topnotch ensemble cast and sparkling dialogue, it's this summer's Little Miss Sunshine.” USA Today
“The Way Way Back gets it wittily, thrillingly right. It turns the familiar into something bracingly fresh and funny. It makes you laugh, then breaks your heart.” Rolling Stone
“a crowd-pleasing summer treat, predictable in its sweetness but satisfying all the same.” Village Voice
“A moving bit of business about a boy learning the secret to making life a day at the beach and the best work yet from two guys who really do go way, way back.” Film threat
“If you're tired of superhero movies and want to be charmed by a heart-warming comedy, this is the film for you.” ABC Radio, Brisbane
“The film's pleasures lie in its characterizations coupled with the actions and reactions of its characters. It's real and engaging, with humour and sadness seasoning the action” Urban Cinefile Aus
“This warm and upbeat coming-of-age story is brought to life by some dazzling comic writing and the wonderful performances of Sam Rockwell and Allison Janney.” Screenwize