My Old Ass

Not a bad movie, charming in parts, but I found the conversations between future self quite boring, quite often they are just talking about what we've just seen on screen, so it's quite repetitive. The whole chad mystery isn't particularly exciting either.

It's a little bit hard to care that much about her journey of discovery that her incredibly nice family are actually nice to hang out with. Or that her area is incredibly beautiful and that hanging out on a boat is quite fun and she might miss it.

That being said I didn't hate it, lots of charming moments, the actors are really good, the setting is beautiful.

Another pleasant surprise! Went into this film (it was the Regal Mystery Movie on 9/9) with NO excitement at all - in fact I thought I would hate it outright, but I decided to suffer through it because I was going to have a livestream discussion about it later. Imagine my utter JOY when I got to the end of the movie and absolutely loved it! The acting, story, messaging - in all of its positive, uplifting, joyful, heartbreaking glory - make this coming of age tale well worth your time. The evolution the main character goes through is SO well-crafted and effective, that I am still blown away by how much I enjoyed the journey with her as a whole. Video review available on my YouTube channel.

My Old Ass is a coming of age story that merges elements of a stoner comedy with some low tech time travel to great effect. It's so funny and easy to like but its greatest strength comes from the emotional core and the beautiful messages which come from it. It's a winning argument about how life is messy, scary and full of extremely painful heartbreak however, that only makes it all the more important to take the risks and enjoy the best moments.

Maisy Stella gives an amazing lead performance, starting off unaware of what she's about to leave behind which allows her to grow over the course of the film and her internal struggles as she discovers new things about herself unfold in a really earnest fashion. Aubrey Plaza is only on screen for two scenes and it's so impressive how funny she is in the first one and how much emotion she brings to the second. Percy Hynes White nails his part as someone who is supposed to be a red flag but his actions only confirm the opposite.

As writer & director Megan Park delivers a breezily entertaining film that consistently looks nice thanks to its scenic locations and ability to hone in on the smaller details that mean everything before delivering a well earned emotional gut punch at the end. All the dialogue feels authentic without ever coming across as unintentionally awkward and there's a lot of fun to be had in catching the small details Aubrey Plaza lets slip about this version of the future.

Maisy Stella and Aubrey Plaza deliver standout performances that bring depth and charm to their respective roles.

The film's unique premise and clever exploration of self-discovery make it both entertaining and thought-provoking. The movie successfully blends comedic elements with heartfelt moments, creating a well-rounded viewing experience.

Megan Park's direction and the sharp, witty screenplay keep the audience engaged and invested in the characters' journeys.

Occasionally, the film leans into predictable territory, but the overall execution and strong performances more than make up for it.

"My Old Ass" is a delightful, must-watch film that offers a fresh take on the coming-of-age genre, leaving audiences with plenty to ponder about their own life choices and second chances. 🎬✨

My Old Ass is an emotionally authentic, fantastical trip on a wave of good vibes. Director Megan Park has done something special here, juxtaposing a surreal concept on some very real dynamics of a young Elliott (Maisy Stella) growing up; and it is a fun, scenic trip worth taking. Without offering any spoilers, this wonderfully crafted transportation into the "what ifs" in the rear view of life, is propped up by a stellar cast - with a ride on the suspension of disbelief expertly kept afloat by Aubrey Plaza. It has a feeling of nostalgia that resonates across generations. The authentic connections between Elliott, Chad (Percy Hynes White), and her friends (Maddie Ziegler, Kerrice Brooks), and family moments solidly hit home - poignant scenes with brother Max (Seth Isaac Johnson) as a social conscience, whimsical Spencer (Carter Trozollo) , and with her mom (Maria Dizzia) and dad (Alain Goulem), bring surprising emotional depths on a vehicle of relatable, and well delivered comedy. We came in for a short trip, and wound up wishing we could hang out longer inside this unexpected cinematic, treat.