Just Looking

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"A voyeuristic coming-of-age comedy."
  • R
  • 1999
  • 6.6  (1,554)
  • 45

Just Looking is a coming-of-age comedy-drama set in the summer of 1955 in the Bronx. The movie follows the story of a 14-year-old boy named Lenny Levine (played by Ryan Merriman) who is in the middle of puberty and is fascinated with sex. He spends most of his summer spying on the women in his neighborhood while trying to figure out what sex is all about.

Lenny's parents are having marital problems and he sees his father (played by Richard V. Licata) visit a psychiatrist in a nearby building. Curious, Lenny pretends to be mentally ill and sneaks into the psychiatrist's waiting room where he meets a girl his age named Hedy Coletti (played by Marcell Rosenblatt) who is also pretending to be mentally ill. They strike up a friendship and soon become inseparable.

Lenny and Hedy spend most of their summer together, exploring their sexuality while trying to understand the complexity of adult relationships. They spy on couples having sex and try to recreate their own version of it. They even go as far as to plan a fake wedding to imitate the adults around them.

Along the way, Lenny learns some valuable lessons about love, relationships, and growing up. He learns that sex isn't just about physical pleasure but also about emotional connections. He also experiences heartbreak for the first time when he realizes that Hedy's family is moving away at the end of the summer.

Just Looking is a charming and engaging movie that explores the awkwardness and confusion of adolescence in a fun and quirky way. The performances by the young cast are impressive, especially Merriman as Lenny who perfectly captures the awkwardness of adolescence. The supporting cast also offer excellent performances, particularly Licata as Lenny's father who brings some much-needed depth to the movie.

The movie has some strong moments of comedy, but it's the subtle emotional moments that really make it stand out. The film's director, Jason Alexander, manages to capture the essence of growing up in a way that is both nostalgic and relatable. The movie's 1950s New York setting adds to the overall charm of the film, transporting viewers to a different time and place.

In conclusion, Just Looking is a heartfelt and humorous coming-of-age story that provides an insightful look into the complexities of growing up. It's a movie that will leave audiences feeling nostalgic for their own adolescence while also reminding them of the awkwardness and confusion that comes with it. With excellent performances and a captivating story, Just Looking is a must-see movie for anyone who has experienced the trials and tribulations of growing up.

Just Looking is a 1999 drama. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.6 and a MetaScore of 45.

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  • Release Date
    1999
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.6  (1,554)
  • Metascore
    45