Directed by : Noah Baumbach
Written by : Noah Baumbach
Starring : Ben Stiller, Naomi Watts, Adam Driver, Amanda Seyfried, Charles Grodin
Release Date : March 27, 2015
This movie gives us a contrasting look between the lives of older adults in their 40s and younger adults in their 20s. It’s an arguably cynical look, but it is compelling and entertaining seeing how mundane and structured a set adult life can be, when compared to the youthful and optimistic life of a twenty-something. This is of course the perfect subject for Director/Writer Noah Baumbach.
This movie has an excellent cast. Adam Driver and Amanda Seyfried are great playing the young hopeful, full of life, and carefree couple whose lifestyle becomes very contagious to the older adult couple. That older adult couple being Ben Stiller and Naomi Watts who are fantastic and enjoyable to watch, as they try to live that younger lifestyle.
The story does go in different directions though, and it’s not just about the comparisons. There are plot turns that changes the story for the characters, and especially makes things very interesting for Ben Stiller. While I liked this movie, I admit that due to the subject matter of this film, “While We’re Young” may give off two different impressions. Appropriately enough, you may get a different take from it depending on your age.
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