DVD Review: The Way, Way Back

The Way, Way Back tells the story of shy, timid teenager Duncan and his single mother.  When he is dragged to the summer home of his mother’s arrogant new boyfriend, he sees nothing but a miserable summer  in his future.  He soon discovers “Water-Wiz” water park, and the quirky staff who become his new “family.”

Coming-of age films are somewhat predictable, and The Way, Way Back is no exception.  What sets it apart is the great screenplay  and actors.  There is even some “Oscar buzz” for Allison Janney, who plays a boozy neighbor, and for Sam Rockwell, the slacker water park employee who befriends Duncan.

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Reviewed by Clare

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