Further proof that child actors can do wonderful things, Eighth Grade is the story of a young, social outcast that wants to fit as she finishes out her pre-high school life.
The performances are excellent, as is the directing by the first time director. Those two things combined provide an experience that is at times funny, awkward, creepy, anxious and very real.
Unfortunately there was just a disconnect between myself and the lead girl, which made it a very interesting watch but kept me from really investing emotionally in her journey.
The performances are excellent, as is the directing by the first time director. Those two things combined provide an experience that is at times funny, awkward, creepy, anxious and very real.
Unfortunately there was just a disconnect between myself and the lead girl, which made it a very interesting watch but kept me from really investing emotionally in her journey.