So, fair warning: this movie is not exactly a "coming of age" story as advertised. Actually, it's barely a story at all. Some will find that disappointing, but if you're a Linklater fan ("Dazed & Confused" might be my all-time favorite movie) this won't be a problem.
What this is, like most of his movies, is a narrow but deep snapshot of a moment in time. It is concentrated nostalgia done right. It is a time I wasn't alive for, but have always wished I could have been...and this might be as close as I can get.
I love the subtle bit at the end where even the cynical counterculture older sister can't help but smile when Armstrong steps out onto the moon. I think some skeptical viewers may have the same reaction to this movie.
What this is, like most of his movies, is a narrow but deep snapshot of a moment in time. It is concentrated nostalgia done right. It is a time I wasn't alive for, but have always wished I could have been...and this might be as close as I can get.
I love the subtle bit at the end where even the cynical counterculture older sister can't help but smile when Armstrong steps out onto the moon. I think some skeptical viewers may have the same reaction to this movie.