Status Update
Status Update

Status Update

2018Movie106 minEnglish

After being uprooted by his parents' separation and unable to fit into his new hometown, a teenager stumbles upon a magical app that causes his social media updates to come true.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes18%
Metacritic36/100
Google Users44%
Director: Scott SpeerGenres: Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Two best friends, Kyle and Derek, stumble upon a magical app that allows them to magically swap the status of their lives. They soon realize that their newfound power comes with unintended consequences, as their swapped lives become more complicated than they ever imagined. As they try to navigate their new realities, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, responsibility, and the importance of being true to themselves.

Critical Reception

Status Update received generally negative reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment. While some found its premise charming and aimed at a younger audience, most critics cited a predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and a lack of originality as major drawbacks. Audience reception was mixed, leaning towards disappointment, with many viewers finding it to be a forgettable teen comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Predictable and uninspired teen comedy with a weak premise.
  • Lacks the charm and humor to make its magical premise engaging.
  • Ultimately a forgettable film that fails to leave a lasting impression.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some enjoyed the lighthearted and family-friendly nature of the film, many found the plot to be unoriginal and the humor to be lacking. The magical app concept was seen as a missed opportunity for more creative storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Scott Speer, also directed the music video for "My Boo" by Usher and Alicia Keys.

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