Everybody Wants Some!!
Everybody Wants Some!!

Everybody Wants Some!!

2016Movie117 minEnglish

A comedy that follows a group of friends as they navigate their way through the freedoms and responsibilities of unsupervised adulthood.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes87%
Metacritic84/100
Google Users77%
Director: Richard LinklaterGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film follows a freshman pitcher Jake Bradford during the last weekend before college baseball season begins in 1980. He navigates the freedoms and responsibilities of newfound independence, exploring themes of identity, friendship, and romance.

Critical Reception

Everybody Wants Some!! was widely acclaimed by critics, who praised its nostalgic tone, authentic dialogue, and Richard Linklater's signature directorial style. It was often described as a spiritual successor to Dazed and Confused, capturing a specific time and place with warmth and humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its nostalgic portrayal of youth and friendship.
  • Lauded for its authentic dialogue and Linklater's naturalistic direction.
  • Appreciated for its lighthearted and optimistic exploration of growing up.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, appreciating its laid-back vibe and relatable characters. Some viewers found the plot a bit thin, but most agreed it was a fun and nostalgic look at a specific period in young adulthood.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in Austin, Texas, and many of the actors were asked to perform their own stunts, including performing baseball drills and scenes.

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Reno

Reno

**On the verge to set a foot into the college, theirs wild side unleashed!** This is like a lighter and smarter version of 'Animal House'. The story takes place in the mid 1980 and three days prior to the first day of the college. This f...
Gimly

Gimly

A bit thick on the testosterone for my tastes, but still an undeniably well crafted movie. Sure the characters and their tribulations might be a little bit surface-y, but it's still a tight script well shot and well acted that 100% captu...