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My Tutor
High school senior Bobby Chrystal fails his French class, which will block him from entering Yale. His rich, authoritarian father hires an attractive 29-year-old to tutor Bobby over the summer and help him pass a make-up exam. While Bobby's friends lead him away into strange excursions aimed at losing their virginity, Bobby finds all the extracurricular activities he needs with his new tutor.
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Plot Summary
A 17-year-old boy, Billy, is struggling in his advanced placement classes and is failing his Spanish course. His wealthy, overbearing mother hires a beautiful, young graduate student, Debbie, to tutor him over the summer. As they spend more time together, their relationship develops into a romance, much to the dismay of Billy's girlfriend and the consternation of his mother.
Critical Reception
My Tutor was a commercial success, capitalizing on the teen comedy boom of the early 1980s. Critically, however, it received largely negative reviews, with many critics finding the plot formulaic and the humor juvenile. Audiences, on the other hand, found enjoyment in the film's lighthearted premise and the chemistry between the leads.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted and escapist premise.
Often criticized for its predictable plot and simplistic humor.
The chemistry between the leads was a common point of discussion, though not always enough to elevate the film.
Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some appreciating the nostalgic feel and innocent romance, while others find the story predictable and dated.
Fun Fact
The film was notable for its R rating, which was unusual for a teen-focused comedy at the time, primarily due to some suggestive themes and dialogue.
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