The Late Bloomer
The Late Bloomer

The Late Bloomer

2016Movie90 minEnglish

A sex therapist goes through puberty after the successful removal of a benign tumor resting against his pituitary gland. He experiences all the changes and effects of puberty over a three-week period.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Google Users70%
Director: Kevin PollakGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Peter Newman is a young man who has lived his entire life in an observatory, homeschooled by his father, and with little experience of the outside world. When he finally leaves the observatory to attend college, he discovers the complexities of social interaction, dating, and navigating adulthood. Despite his sheltered upbringing, Peter approaches these new challenges with a unique, albeit naive, perspective.

Critical Reception

The Late Bloomer received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its charming premise and heartfelt moments, others found its execution to be somewhat predictable and underdeveloped. Audience reception was generally more positive, appreciating the film's lighthearted approach to a unique coming-of-age story.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise and earnest performance by the lead.
  • Criticized for relying on familiar tropes and not fully exploring its potential.
  • Found to be a charming, albeit somewhat predictable, indie comedy-drama.

Google audience: Audiences generally found 'The Late Bloomer' to be a sweet and funny film, appreciating its unconventional protagonist and his journey into the real world. Some viewers felt the story could have delved deeper into the character's development, but most enjoyed the lighthearted entertainment and positive message.

Fun Fact

Director Kevin Pollak, known for his extensive impersonations, also makes a cameo appearance in the film as a college professor.

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Kamurai

Kamurai

Really good watch, would watch again, and can recommend. It has a fairly unique and wonderful concept. Being able to step away from sex as a part of life, as he's not part of it, he's basically got a super power, be it a gift or a curse...