Film Review – The Way, Way Back

“The Way, Way Back” is an endearing effort about the alienation of
youth, making it instantly relatable and, at times, lovable. What’s less
enchanting about the picture is how routine it is, rarely coloring
outside the lines with its coming of age and neglectful parenting
plotlines. It’s an enjoyable film but seldom notable despite a few
focused performances and a lived-in setting that lends the feature much
needed personality. However, if one can hurdle the familiarity of it
all, “The Way, Way Back” should manage to beguile with its knowing take
on the beating heart and whirring mind of the teenage outsider.
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