This Is the Year
Directed by David Henrie
Produced by Novo Media Group, AMBI
A warm, energetic coming-of-age road trip comedy centered on friendship and romantic pursuit, with genuine affection for its characters and their youthful aspirations.
A nebbish high school senior and his best friends embarks on a road trip to attend the greatest music festival of the year in a last-ditch effort to win over the girl of his dreams.
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Questions people ask
Is This Is the Year violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.
Is This Is the Year scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.
Is This Is the Year easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Does This Is the Year end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is This Is the Year sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like This Is the Year
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as This Is the Year
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like This Is the Year, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like This Is the Year, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like This Is the Year, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
