The Art of Getting By

The Art of Getting By

The toughest lesson is love.

Directed by Gavin Wiesen

Produced by Goldcrest, Atlantic Pictures

201183 min6.6 / 10

A tender coming-of-age romance about two alienated teens finding connection and meaning through each other, grounded in philosophy and artistic expression.

George, a lonely and fatalistic teen who's made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work, is befriended by Sally, a popular but complicated girl who recognizes in him a kindred spirit.

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  • Is The Art of Getting By one of a kind? No. Less singular than 94% of films.

  • Is The Art of Getting By violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.

  • Is The Art of Getting By scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is The Art of Getting By easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.

  • Is The Art of Getting By sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Does The Art of Getting By end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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