
Watch 21 and Over
- R
- 2013
- 1 hr 33 min
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5.8 (76,410)
21 and Over is a coming-of-age comedy movie released in 2013. The movie stars Miles Teller, Justin Chon, and Jonathan Keltz and is directed by Jon Lucas and Scott Moore. The movie revolves around the story of Jeff Chang (played by Justin Chon), a high achieving college student who is about to turn twenty-one. In preparation for his birthday, his two best friends Casey (Miles Teller) and Miller (Jonathan Keltz), decide to throw him a surprise party. The only catch is that they have an early medical school interview the next day in another city, which they can't afford to miss. Initially apprehensive, Jeff slowly gives in to the idea of having "just one drink." However, things quickly spiral out of control as the night wears on, and soon, Jeff is drunk beyond his limit. With Jeff passed out and unresponsive, Casey and Miller realize that they need to get him back home before his father finds out. Unfortunately, things get complicated when they realize that they don't know where Jeff lives. They then spend the rest of the night trying to solve this puzzle while also trying to keep Jeff safe and out of trouble. The movie touches on several themes, including friendship, peer pressure, and the pressure to succeed. Through the characters of Jeff, Casey, and Miller, the movie explores the different ways that people deal with the challenges of growing up. Jeff is portrayed as a highly disciplined and focused student, but also someone who feels constrained by the expectations placed on him by his father. His birthday celebrations become a way for him to let loose and rebel against these expectations. Casey, on the other hand, is portrayed as someone who has always struggled with the idea of responsibility, often finding himself at odds with his father. Despite this, he is fiercely loyal to his friends and becomes the rock that Jeff and Miller lean on throughout their night of chaos. Miller is portrayed as carefree and reckless, displaying a lack of concern for anything beyond the moment. His character is the driving force behind the party, and it is his insistence on having "one more drink" that leads to the night's events spiraling out of control. The movie also explores the dynamic between the three friends, highlighting their individual quirks and motivations, and how they complement each other. Overall, 21 and Over is an entertaining and engaging movie that explores the complexities of growing up in a lighthearted manner. It is a relatable story that most young adults can relate to and provides a good laugh. The performances by the actors are spot on and the chemistry between them is evident throughout the movie. If you're in the mood for a light-hearted comedy that explores the pressures of growing up, 21 and Over is definitely worth the watch.