Stacy and Lydia are BFFs who've always dreamed about having epic Bat Mitzvahs. However, things start to go comically awry when a popular boy and middle school drama threatens their friendshi... Read allStacy and Lydia are BFFs who've always dreamed about having epic Bat Mitzvahs. However, things start to go comically awry when a popular boy and middle school drama threatens their friendship and their rite of passage.Stacy and Lydia are BFFs who've always dreamed about having epic Bat Mitzvahs. However, things start to go comically awry when a popular boy and middle school drama threatens their friendship and their rite of passage.
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- 2 wins & 1 nomination
- Tara
- (as Dylan Dash)
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- TriviaAlthough Sunny Sandler and Sadie Sandler have worked with their dad Adam Sandler before, this is their acting debut with him in a supporting role instead of as the main character.
- GoofsStacey's weekly Torah portion is Ki Tisa, the story of the Golden Calf. Based on the Jewish calendar, this is read in the winter. But Stacey's bat mitzvah is in June.
- Quotes
Bree Friedman: D'your mom and dad know we're taking you?
Lydia Rodriguez Katz: Well, I told my mom, and she told dad's lawyer, so were good to go.
- ConnectionsFeatures Child's Play 2 (1990)
- Soundtracks10 Things I Hate About You
Written by Leah Kate (as Leah Kate Kalmenson), Mike Wise (as Michael Joseph Wise) and Madison Yanofsky
Performed by Leah Kate
Courtesy of TenThousand Projects/Virgin Music
Under license from Universal Music Enterprises
The protagonist's journey is meant to be a comedic rollercoaster, but it sometimes feels more like a leisurely stroll. The film toys with the concept of a teenage coming-of-age story, yet the execution often falls into familiar territory, failing to fully explore the potential of its premise.
Adam Sandler's presence lends the film a sense of familiarity and saves the movie big time. His natural comedic prowess shines through even in a supporting role. The young cast, including Sandler's daughters, adds a touch of authenticity to the teenage interactions, occasionally delivering moments of genuine humor and relatability. The chemistry among the younger actors, Idina, Jackie, Samantha is evident and carries the movie through its lighter moments.
Although the film falls short in truly engaging the audience, the background score kept entertaining. The attempts at humor sometimes land flat, and the character development often remains surface-level. What it majorly lacks is stronger character arcs. Even though the writing is quite so-so, the execution looks weaker.
On the brighter side it manages to present relatable teenage dynamics and familial interactions with a certain warmth. The themes of growing up, friendship, and family love are visible threads woven into the narrative adding to it a humorous chick-flick. Yet, the film occasionally stumbles in balancing these elements, resulting in a movie that can't quite decide whether it wants to be a heartfelt family story or a zany teen comedy.
With its mix of endearing moments and missed opportunities, it manages to evoke a few smiles but leaves room for improvement. For those seeking a lighthearted diversion, the film may have its moments, but it won't be taking center stage among the classics of the teen comedy genre.
- pawanpunjabithewriter
- Aug 30, 2023
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- Тебе не запрошено на мою бат-міцву
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- Runtime1 hour 43 minutes
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- 2.39:1