Lars the Emo Kid

2015
1h 40m

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Alyssia Dujmovich, Jeremiah Kliesing, Tyler Tackett, Paxton Gilmore, and Nicole Elliott in Lars the Emo Kid (2015)

Lars Hyde is depressed. He's lost his best friend, he's being bullied at school, his parents are divorcing... He is ready to give up. It takes a group of misfits to show him what real friend... Read allLars Hyde is depressed. He's lost his best friend, he's being bullied at school, his parents are divorcing... He is ready to give up. It takes a group of misfits to show him what real friendship is. Follow Lars as he tries to find his place in this dark, funny and ultimately upli... Read allLars Hyde is depressed. He's lost his best friend, he's being bullied at school, his parents are divorcing... He is ready to give up. It takes a group of misfits to show him what real friendship is. Follow Lars as he tries to find his place in this dark, funny and ultimately uplifting teen coming of age tale.

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7.7/10

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Awards
- 4 wins & 2 nominations total

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10laurenbonetti

Excellent!!

This movie does a great job exploring depression and related issues that teens (or really anyone) face, without being too "dark" or "heavy." It was the perfect movie to lift my spirits on a rainy, gloomy day. The characters are quirky and funny, yet totally believable and relatable. There is one scene in particular, involving shopping carts (I won't say more so as not to spoil), that had me laughing out loud. Kudos to the writer/ lead actor, Paxton Gilmore. His portrayal of Lars really carried this film. Also to the director, Joe Grisaffi, who pulled everything together nicely. Overall, a great independent film! I highly recommend it!

8recepvesek

beautiful film

There is nothing wrong with this film. well written , acted , directed... we enjoyed it very much. strongly recommended...

10graysonberry

Lars the Emo Kid Captures Adolescence Perfectly!

Joe Grisaffi & Paxton Gilmore should be proud of this charming indy flick! Performances by Gilmore, Nicole Elliott, and Jake Byrd, carry the day, as we follow Lars, our main character on a familiar journey, through awkward adolescence. Whether you were a jock, a goth, a stoner, a rocker, or all of the above, we've all been Lars at times, and this coming-of-age film, reminds us that all is not lost, even though it sure feels it, at times. I can't wait to see Grisaffi's next effort, as he really provides a safe place for these teens to show their stuff. Great supporting performances as well from Sara Gaston, as Cindy, and Jake Messinger, as The Coach. Good story-telling doesn't need a massive budget, and Lars the Emo Kid proves it!

Phil_Chester

Dull and meaningless

Looks great and some of the acting is actually pretty OK, but where's the effing story? Nothing happens, nothing to engage you, no dramatic questions are raised. And in no Universe could this film ever be described as a comedy. Give this one a wide berth.

10willhernandez-51678

Movie with powerful msgs for teenagers

Being honest I didn't know what to expect from this movie. After seeing it though, I have been inspired by the many messages the movie portrays. From real issues dealing with today's youth, to marriage and dealing with death. drugs, friends, influences, relationships and marriage. This is a powerful film that should get be seen by youth. If you get a chance to see it please do! Even though there are some tough scenes this movie gives a real and pretty accurate view into the world of a teenagers. This movie will encourage you to speak to the social awkward kid, that you may not understand in a whole new light. Hope the messages in this movie will motivate many adults to remember how hard todays youth experience the world.