The To Do List
The To Do List

The To Do List

2013Movie104 minEnglish

Feeling pressured to become more sexually experienced before she goes to college, Brandy Klark makes a list of things to accomplish before hitting campus in the fall.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users65%
Director: Maggie CareyGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

In the summer of 1993, high school graduate Brandy Clark is determined to gain some sexual experience before heading to college. With the help of her best friends, she embarks on a series of awkward and often hilarious encounters. Brandy navigates the complexities of relationships and self-discovery while trying to check off items on her ambitious 'to-do list.'

Critical Reception

The To Do List received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its humor and Aubrey Plaza's performance, though some found its plot predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fresh take on a coming-of-age story.
  • Aubrey Plaza's performance as the determined but awkward protagonist was widely lauded.
  • Some critics found the humor a bit hit-or-miss and the narrative somewhat formulaic.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film amusing and relatable, with many appreciating the nostalgic 90s setting and the lead actress's comedic timing. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit predictable but still enjoyed the overall lightheartedness.

Fun Fact

The film is set in 1993, and features several nods to the era, including fashion, music, and technology.

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