Now and Then

Now and Then

In every woman there is the girl she left behind.

Directed by Lesli Linka Glatter

Produced by New Line Cinema

1995102 min6.9 / 10

A warm, nostalgic ensemble comedy-drama about female friendship and the bittersweet transition from childhood to adulthood, anchored by genuine affection and wistful reflection.

Waxing nostalgic about the bittersweet passage from childhood to puberty, four childhood girlfriends — Teeny, Chrissy, Samantha and Roberta — recall the magical summer of 1970. During their walk down memory lane, they reconcile experiences with boys, secrets, bullies and more.

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  • Is Now and Then easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 90% of films.

  • Is Now and Then scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

  • Is Now and Then violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

  • Is Now and Then sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.

  • Does Now and Then end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 71% of films.

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Rarity37

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Surprise30

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Love65

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