jakemorran

I was forced to watch what I though was going to be a "chick" flick for the evening. I was more than pleasantly surprised. "THE WAY WAY BACK" is a very enjoyable film. The story-line is not new, but the acting is superb. Allison Janning is wonderful as the fun loving, alcohol fueled neighbor, and Steven Carrel is excellent as the self absorbed boyfriend. The young actors do a wonderful job conveying the teenage angst that we all have experienced. Especially those of us from a single parent home. I highly recommend this film, it does not disappoint. From the awesome rear facing third seat of the olds-mo-buick, to the detail of the New England interior of the beach house, you will love this movie in so many ways.

I haven't seen a single commercial for this show, but I recognized the mom from Reno 911 and figured I would give it a shot. It's actually pretty good. Having grown up in suburban Philly in the 80's, they have pretty much nailed a typical Northeast Philly suburb. The writing is good, and the plot is fun to follow. I think you will really enjoy this show if you like smart, funny comedies you can relate to. The clothes are dead on for 1985. The house is exactly like every house I ever went into in our neighborhood, and just as tacky. The family dynamic is very familiar, and accurately represents a typical Philly family. I urge you to give this show a chance. You will more than likely see a lot of your own family in these characters.