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‘A big smile on my face’: why Everybody Wants Some!! is my feelgood movie
The latest in our series of writers paying tribute to their go-to comfort films is a trip back to 1980 with Richard Linklater’s charming hangout comedy
TL;DR
- Everybody Wants Some!! is a 2016 film considered a spiritual sequel to Dazed and Confused.
- Set in 1980, it follows a naive baseball player, Jake, during the days before college starts.
- The film highlights the strong chemistry among the actors, fostered by pre-filming bonding.
- Glen Powell's role is noted as a significant early break for the actor.
- The movie portrays genuine friendships, hazing rituals played for laughs, and respectful interactions with women.
- It is characterized by its feelgood atmosphere, energetic soundtrack, and lack of conventional conflict or stakes.
- The film explores youthful experiences and the pursuit of fun across different social scenes.
- Linklater's dialogue and character moments contribute to the film's charm and refreshing approach.