Moxie
Moxie

Movie spotlight

Moxie

2022
Movie
17 min
English

An exclusive orgy in Los Angeles doesn't go as planned.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users85%
Director: Amy PoehlerGenres: Comedy-Drama, Coming-of-age

Plot Summary

Vivian, a shy 16-year-old, feels invisible at her new high school. Inspired by her mother's rebellious past and disgusted by the rampant sexism and toxic masculinity, she anonymously publishes an underground zine called 'Moxie'. This act of defiance sparks a school-wide revolution, encouraging other students to challenge the status quo and demand change.

Critical Reception

Moxie received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its relevant themes, energetic direction by Amy Poehler, and the performances of its young cast. While some found the narrative a bit familiar, many appreciated its empowering message and its timely exploration of feminism and activism in a high school setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its timely and empowering message about female solidarity and activism.

  • Amy Poehler's direction is noted for its vibrant energy and ability to connect with a younger audience.

  • The film's coming-of-age narrative, while sometimes predictable, is carried by strong performances from its lead actresses.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's inspiring and relatable portrayal of teenagers finding their voice and challenging injustice. Many viewers appreciated the movie's positive feminist themes and the strong bonds between the female characters.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 2015 young adult novel of the same name by Jennifer Mathieu.

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