The Spectacular Now
2013 · 1h 35m · Comedy, Drama, Romance · United States of America · Rated R (US)
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Sutter, a popular party animal, unexpectedly meets the introverted Aimee after waking up on a stranger's lawn. As Sutter deals with the problems in his life and Aimee plans for her future beyond school, an unexpected romance blossoms between them.
Directed by
James PonsoldtBased on the novel by
Tim Tharp6.7Smart score
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alcoholismbased on novel or bookbased on young adult novelcoming of agehigh school studentintrospectiveteenager
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